Using Instagram to Plan travel I am asked all the time how I plan our family travel. I don’t use a travel agent (though sometimes wish I did). I do all the research, reservations, and planning myself. Our travel usually stems from an interest in a culture or a destination our family is talking about […]
I’m pleased to share with you a fun new book series for kids. From the world’s leading travel publisher comes Lonely Planet Kids, a children’s imprint that brings the world to life for young explorers. You all know how we at The Simple Proof feel about travel and starting the travel bug young by showing kids […]
15 of our favorite children’s books from 2015 just in time for Back to School reading. This summer’s travel meant loads of time for summer reading. I am fortunate that my kids love to read. It is often something they gravitate to on their own without much prodding on my part. Earlier this summer I […]
Light + Beachy | The Island by Elin Hilderbrand from Goodreads – Birdie Cousins has thrown herself into the details of her daughter Chess’s lavish wedding…Like any mother of a bride-to-be, she is weathering the storms of excitement and chaos, tears and joy…[until} a call from Chess, abruptly announcing that she’s cancelled her engagement…Enlisting help from […]
It’s unclear if sending my kids a camp care package is in their best interest or mine. As I carefully thought about what they would most like in a care package they’ll receive while away for a week at camp, I wonder…Is this more for me or them? This is the 4th year for my […]
When I redesigned The Simple Proof, one of the key elements I wanted to include was a space where readers could come to browse some of my favorite brands and makers. I like featuring these designers, small brands and local makers, but didn’t want the site itself to be overwhelmed with sponsored or product reviews. […]
The most important thing in the world is family and love – John Wooden Father’s Day is upon us, it’s time to start thinking about ways to celebrate the dads in our lives. How does your family mark the day? We’ll likely head to the beach or out for a hike together brining along some […]