by Shadra Bruce | Crafts with Kids
It’s nearly the summer holidays, a time for kids and parents to share some quality bonding time and discover new activities together. Six weeks can be a long time, though, and parents can sometimes be short of ideas on how to keep both themselves and their children...
by Shadra Bruce | Making Memories
Getting Real With Shadra Bruce Adventure is out there! If your kid loves the great outdoors, look no further than a backyard-sleepover birthday party. Let the cool, crisp air be your backdrop for the perfect outdoor party. You can find some outdoor birthday party...
by Shadra Bruce | Family, Let's Talk
All Aboard! The Polar Express comes to life this holiday season as the Saratoga & North Creek Railway rolls out of the station bound for the “North Pole!” Come early and climb aboard with your family to cozy-up and enjoy our festively-decorated vintage...
by Shadra Bruce | Let's Talk, Travel
Getting Real With Shadra Bruce There is a golden rule when traveling that I forgot: charge the damn camera the night before the big outing to the zoo. I didn’t. We got about 14 steps inside and my camera informed me that my battery was exhausted. My $400,...
by Shadra Bruce | Family, Let's Talk, Travel
Getting Real With Shadra Bruce I typically do not like Friday the 13th, having inherited a bit of my mother’s superstitious nature. But this Friday the 13th was good luck from start to finish. Not only did Dave and the kids and I enjoy playing tourists in...