http://www.isnare.com/?s=author&a=Jolanda+Garcia Parenting Jolanda Garcia Fri, 30 May 2008 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=182487&ca=Parenting Fall is just around the corner and what better way to mark the season than with a month of apple-related activities? It’s the time of year for freshly-baked apple pies, apple festivals, and Johnny Appleseed’s birthday! Take a trip to a farmer’s market or to an orchard to pick your own apples. Have a... Family Concerns Jolanda Garcia Wed, 19 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=156588&ca=Family+Concerns The third Sunday in June is a special day that is set aside to honor our fathers and the other special men (stepfathers, grandfathers, uncles, brothers, etc.) in our lives. You have probably heard the saying “The way to a man’s heart is through his stomach.” This Father’s Day you can make that sayin... Advice Jolanda Garcia Wed, 28 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=136776&ca=Advice While many families have their own traditions to celebrate Easter, often eggs, bunnies, chicks, and egg hunts are part of the festivities. Here are a few fun ideas for Easter decorations, crafts, and games to help you celebrate this springtime holiday with your family. Eggstravaganza – Children of a... Parenting Jolanda Garcia Tue, 06 Mar 2007 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=130597&ca=Parenting On March 17, everyone likes to feel a little Irish. St. Patrick’s Day is a great holiday for kids and adults alike. It is a lot of fun to learn about the history of St. Patrick’s Day, to hunt for leprechauns, four-leaf clovers, and that lucky pot 'o gold. St. Patrick’s Day Tradition - There are man... Parenting Jolanda Garcia Fri, 12 Jan 2007 00:00:00 -0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=116270&ca=Parenting Brrr! Winter is the coldest season of the year. Water freezes to become ice, snow, sleet, or icicles, creating a sparkling wonderland. Many plants and animals become dormant or hibernate. People bundle up in hats, mittens, and boots. It’s a time for enjoying outdoor activities like ice skating, sled... Parenting Jolanda Garcia Fri, 27 Oct 2006 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=96523&ca=Parenting Healthy Halloween! These two words don’t traditionally go together. Boo! Trick or Treat! Those are the usual words we'll be hearing on Halloween, as our little witches, superheroes, and vampires knock on the neighbor’s doors for treats. Treats are a part of the tradition, but for many parents the mo... Parenting Jolanda Garcia Mon, 28 Aug 2006 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=79447&ca=Parenting Have you noticed that Halloween isn’t just for kids anymore? It can be a great night for the whole family and particularly if you want an alternative to trick-or-treating. Throwing a Halloween Party is a sure fire way to get both adults and kids excited about Halloween. Halloween party invitations a...