Alicia Manning
Alicia is a mom of two girls and loves living in the DC area. Most recently moving from Alaska, thanks to the military, she is living her childhood dream of living on the East Coast and exploring everything. Alicia and her family love attending local events, trying new foods, sitting in the nosebleeds for Nats games, and visiting museums galore with her daughters. Alicia is passionate about increasing the number of women in STEM careers and works with Rosie Riveters as a STEM educator in Northern Virginia school districts. She is a beginning watercolorist, a devoted dog mom and loves to immerse herself in a good book.
What You’re Wrong About and I Am Too
In the past few years, I’ve started listening to podcasts more and more. My latest love is the podcast “You’re Wrong About,” with Sarah...
50 Ideas for a No Candy Easter Basket for Kids
Every holiday my kids get too much candy. Whether from us, friends, family, or school it’s too much. We’ve got stockings filled with candy...
5 Big Christmas Trees to See in Washington, D.C.
This holiday season, if you're looking to feel some extra holiday cheer, here are 5 great places in Washington, D.C., where you can see...
International Talk like a Pirate Day: Fun Activities for Kids
Ahoy, Moms! International Talk Like a Pirate Day is just around the corner on September 19th, making it the perfect opportunity to infuse some...
DC Area Observatories for Stargazing
Here are three observatories in the Washington, DC area for families to go stargazing. These observatories offer education and telescopes to learn more about...
Not Shopping: Lessons from 3 Months Without Buying Clothes
In an effort to save money, consume less, and be more creative, I challenged myself to 3 months of not shopping for clothes for...
Why Being a Mom to a Tween Rocks!
You know, that magical stage between childhood and full-blown teenagehood? Enter tweens! These fascinating creatures exist in the space between childhood and the whirlwind...
Head to Fairfax County’s FREE Summer Entertainment Series
Are you on the lookout for free family fun this summer? Look no further than Fairfax County's FREE Summer Entertainment Series! Get ready to...
5 Hilariously Heartwarming Children’s Books Celebrating Love
Looking for some fun picture books to read with your kids this Valentine's Day? Here are 5 hilariously heartwarming children's books celebrating love. You...
Confidence Year After Year in the DC Area
When we moved in December of 2021, I was beyond excited to move to the DC area. I enjoyed living in Alaska but was...
Hershey’s Chocolate World: An Easy Weekend Trip from Washington D.C.
We drove to Hershey, Pennsylvania for a quick trip to visit Hershey’s Chocolate World and we had fun! A 2 1/2 hour drive from Washington,...
Easy 15-Minute Pumpkin Craft with Kids
If your home is anything like mine, you may have extra craft supplies on hand from old school projects, unfinished big ideas, or an...
Apple Picking: 3 Life Lessons Learned from the Orchard
There's more to apple picking than meets the eye—especially when you're navigating the narrow orchard with the eager kids you’ve driven from the city...
The Truth About Camping with Kids
So, you're thinking of taking your crew on a camping adventure? Well, grab your sense of humor (and a sturdy tent) because here comes...