Juliet Armerding
It took Juliet a while to fall in love with DC but, a dozen years later, she wouldn't want to live anywhere else! Juliet and her fellow native New England husband have 2 school-aged girls and a toddler boy, and love raising them in this vibrant city. A former middle school teacher and marketing assistant, Juliet is currently a SAHM in NW DC, on a block happily filled with many other young families. She loves laundry day, visiting ALL the museums, reading historical fiction, eating sweets, theatre, and planning overseas adventures.
Back to School Worries? Check Out These Books!
The month of August is full of emotional changes as the summer begins to wrap up and families look towards the beginning of a new school year. For many children, this is a time...
Exploring RVA: Our Richmond Day Trip!
If you're hankering for a little getaway, consider Richmond for a day trip! We recently spent a spontaneous Saturday exploring Virginia's capital city and can't wait to go back to see even more. From...
Managing Those Monday Blues
Case Of The Mondays?
Yeah girl, me too. I don't know many (or any!) people who can honestly say they love Mondays...and especially Monday mornings! While I will forever be #teamweekend, I have found several...
Marking the Corona-versery With Your Kids
One year ago, the world pretty much ... stopped.
For the past year, we all have been trying to navigate a new normal. Mothers in particular have borne the brunt of too many burdens to...
5 Inexpensive, Physically Active “Brain Breaks”
Each season brings it's own parenting challenges, but wintertime in a pandemic?! That's next level. With so many indoor venues still closed, and with continued concern over COVID spread, many families are hunkering down...
Luray Caverns and Beyond: A Day Trip From DC
Pandemic life got you feeling blue? Bored looking at the same four walls of your home every day? Kids craving adventure, but so many things are still closed down? Well, I've got a secret...
10 Instagram Accounts Worth Following
Ah, social media. Like so many adults, I have a total love-hate relationship with this aspect of technology. I acknowledge what an incredible time-suck it can be. The endless (and often mindless) scrolling can...
Shaw DC Neighborhood Guide
We are grateful for the sponsor of this guide: Kelly Kelley, who is an expert in this area. Please be sure to check out thorough details about her practice below. We are thankful for her...
Downsizing With Kids? Tips for Surviving!
A move to DC for many people involves a significant amount of downsizing. Over the years I've known many families who move to the city, leaving behind a large suburban home for a much...
11 Best Coffee Shops (in 11 Different Neighborhoods) to Telework in D.C.
When I returned to work this year after a 5 year SAHM hiatus, I found myself in a new position: working remotely with a flexible schedule. What a dream! I immediately began plotting where...
Beat the After-School Burnout With These 5 Super Smoothies!
If your children are anything like mine, they often come home from school feeling cranky, weary, and hungry. One of the best options I've found for curbing their pre-dinner hangry moods is through nutritious...
Everyone’s Obsession With My Unborn Child’s Gender
So You're Pregnant Again...
I have two little girls, and I'm pregnant with my third child. I have found, strangely and annoyingly, that the first thing people ask when they find out I'm pregnant inevitably...
Visit The Big Top with Volta By Cirque Du Soleil
This post is written in partnership with Cirque Du Soleil, but all of the thoughts and views are completely our own.
There's a Big Top set up in Tyson's Corner under which you can find a...
Visit The Lawn: Summer Exhibit At The National Building Museum
Are you ready for Summer Block Party 2019?!
If you're new to DC, you might not know that one of the most iconic buildings here transforms each summer with a new, giant, interactive installation. The...