Since I got several messages about hiking with the family, I thought I’d offer some easy guidelines for hiking with small children. People wanted to know how I managed. When I say “hiking” I’m not talking doing the Appalachian Trail or anything. I admire people who backpack with their small children. Before kids, I thought I’d be one of those people. But like a lot of things, once I had the children I realized the before-kids-me didn’t have a clue. The reality of diapers and being hours away from medical help stopped those idealistic dreams. I had enough trouble getting … Continue reading →