Author Archives: Jacqui

Jacqui Stewart is a Single Mama, Blogger, Freelance Writer and Social Media Consultant. She started blogging a few years ago, while going to school full time, working full time and a single mother, she discovered a joy of writing and working with brands to help bring awareness to their products. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Organizational Management in 2009.

Traveling with the Grandparents: How to Help it Go Smoothly

Every summer, my daughter goes to her grandparents for three weeks. One week each month of summer break. Sometimes they stay home and just chill. I mean, come on.  They have a great house only 10 minutes from the beach and a pool in their backyard. Can’t ask for a better combination, right? Plus, they…

What to Do on Your Staycation

Staycations are no longer an unusual occurrence.  People are doing what they can to save money, but at the same time, have fun too.  With prices going up just about everywhere and paychecks staying the same, it may seem disheartening.  But there is so much you can do in your own backyard!  Literally and figuratively.  Here…

Pros and Cons of School Uniforms

Yes, it’s that time of year again.  Back to school shopping is in full force.  Sale ad’s are out and kids are pouting.  My daughter is somewhat happy and unhappy for one specific reason.  Her new school requires uniforms.  I personally am loving this.  Mainly because I won’t have to argue with her each morning…

Road Trip Exercises

I love taking road trips. I find it relaxing and really, the best way to get to know your Nation. There are so many great finds when driving off the beaten path. Long lost structures, old signs that may have been there before the roads were paved. Just love it! Not sure if you got…

Making a Great Pasta Salad for Your Party

There are many variations on the Pasta Salad.  I’ve tried quite a few of them too!  My favorite was actually made at my Bridal Shower that was thrown for me at work 15 years ago.  I’ve been making it that way ever since.  Of course I’ve had others since then, but they haven’t been able…

Divorce: How to Make it Work for You and Your Child

When most people hear the words, “I’m a Single Parent”, the first thing out of their mouths is “I’m so sorry”.  While we thank you for your compassion, Single Parents no longer have the stigma it used to.  Am I sorry that I am divorced?  Yes, no one ever thinks they will go into a…

Summer Ideas to Have Fun with the Children

School is just about out, (if it isn’t already for some of you lucky ones!).  So, it is time to think about what you are going to do to have fun with the children! What happened to Summer School?  Just Kidding!  My kiddo would disown me if I brought that idea up to her! Parks…

Emergency Food Pantry

We hear all the time of how you should have an emergency kit in case of a natural disaster.  You should have a weeks worth of non-perishable foods that you don’t have to cook, in case you don’t have power.  You should have X gallons of water per person.  This is GREAT information. However, how…

Make Morning Time a Good Time with the Children

I feel that I know a little about rough mornings.  My daughter has ADHD and getting her focused in the morning can be really rough.  It got to the point, I started dreading the mornings because I didn’t want to have another fight with her.  Have you faced this as well?  I’m sure it is…