Welcome to February! Or, for me, the month when I always question why I don’t move someplace warmer. By February, I am really done with winter, but usually winter isn’t done with us for a couple more months. And even though it’s the shortest month, it can feel long. As we move through the month, though, a few signs begin to show that spring and summer are on the way! The first is that the days get noticeably lighter and longer. By the end of the month, sunset is after 6:00. Wahoo! And in the past couple of years, our Summer Camp Guide has shifted from just a few camps running in February, to quite a few advertising in this month. I love to see this! It gets me thinking about warmer, sunny days filled with pools, camps and the fragrance of the green outdoors. If you, like I, are ready to think about planning summer fun, check out the guide starting on pg. 32. Be sure to check out the online guide at KCParent.com, too, with photos, videos and more!
Each month in the pages of this tome we try to provide some helpful tips for your parenting journey, fun ideas for families and info on where to go in KC for family-friendly events. This month, I found we had an abundance of articles specifically geared toward parenting, so we’ve gathered those together in what I hope is a helpful section for you, our readers. Find info on dealing with burnout, tips to become a more positive parent and a quiz to discover just what kind of parent you are! Head to pg. 40 for what I hope is very useful info for all parents.
We haven’t forgotten about Valentine’s Day! We have lots of great info throughout to help your family celebrate the day of hearts and love.
Happy Valentine’s Day, Kansas City!