Frederick Douglass
Frederick Douglass was born in a log cabin in February 1818 near the town of Easton on the Eastern shore of Maryland. He was separated from his mother when he was only a few weeks old. He was being raised by his grandparents. At the age of six his grandmother took him to her master’s [...]
Play It Smart
As a new school year begins, so does a new year of school sports. We all want our children to have the very best sports equipment but sometimes finances inhibit this ambition. Fortunately, Play It Again Sports is here to help. Play It Again Sports is a locally owned and operated company that buys, sells [...]
Local Author Empowering Kids
Stephanie S. Tolan’s earliest memories involve books — those that were read to her and those she read to herself, often late at night with a flashlight under the covers. She always thought there was a special magic in the little black marks on paper that could turn into whole worlds and real people. Born [...]
Communication Is Key
It’s that time of year when children are returning to school, and while we are observant of the adjustments of older children it’s important not to neglect the challenges that your preschooler will face. As your preschooler is adjusting to the “back – to –school” routine there are important things that you can do to [...]
Kittens By Surprise
Two months ago, my sister and I decided that we wanted to get a pet for her son and my son that will soon be making his arrival into the world. As busy moms we wanted a pet that was low maintenance and mellow but would also be playful and a great companion for the [...]
My trip to The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore
Over Labor Day weekend, my family and I visited The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore. I really wanted to go to the zoo as we had not had a chance all summer. Every year I enjoy watching the animals grow up. My very favorite animal is the Polar Bear! The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore has three [...]
Meet Kerwin and Jaco, Our New Family Members
Guinea pigs make great pets and they have for thousands of years. The first evidence of domesticated guinea pigs comes from the people of the Inca tribes in Peru as early as 5,000 BC. Then, the guinea pig was raised as food. It is amazing to imagine how far guinea pigs have come since. First [...]
