Topsfield, Massachusetts – Our friends A and J are really good at involving their kids in outdoor activities, like farm visits and nature walks. Last summer, they talked us into going blueberry picking, which I never would have dared, but…

Adventures & Misadventures in Family Travel

Topsfield, Massachusetts – Our friends A and J are really good at involving their kids in outdoor activities, like farm visits and nature walks. Last summer, they talked us into going blueberry picking, which I never would have dared, but…

Boston, Mass – At the tender age of two years old, the twins are officially classical music buffs. They got their first dose at Symphony Hall, where the Boston Symphony Orchestra hosted its bi-annual family concert. What a thrill! We…

Boston, Mass – Boston Magazine has tapped into the region’s literary history to uncover the allure of March in New England. Or lack thereof. “Here in Boston, we can’t be blamed for having mixed feelings about the month of…

Boston, Mass – I have a love-hate relationship with Sesame Street. I have to admit that I loved the show when I was a kid. And I love that the twins will sit there and learn while being entertained. I…

Boston, Mass – Daddio and I took the twins on an “play date” to the Museum of Fine Arts. This was not something we dreamed up ourselves or organized with friends: I wouldn’t dare. This is an organized program offered…

Look what came in the mail! If you ever needed an excuse for a road trip, here it is… An excerpt from New England’s Best Trips You’ve read the history books, seen a few photos, maybe enjoyed a bowl…

When we traveled to Mexico and New Hampshire last year, we didn’t have high chairs and I did not bother to bring anything special for the twins to sit and eat. And we paid the price. They are so easily…

Somerville, Mass – Back in the pink house, we are settling back into our routine of being home. At least we are trying to. Unfortunately, the twins are on a nap strike; and I fear we could soon see the…

La Garita, Costa Rica – On our last day in Costa Rica, we had to drive from the Nicoya Peninsula to the airport in Alajuela, and then return the rental car and make our way to the airport for an…

Costa Rica is a famously great surfing destination and you’ll see many lists of the best surfing beaches. But great surfing = not so great for children swimming. So now that I am nearing the end of my research and…