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Summertime is the best time to make memories with your kids, and the English Rose Tea Room, established by Jo Gemmill in 2002, is great for guest of all ages. Nestled delightfully in Carefree, AZ, the tea room offers a truly memorable experience filled with delicious tea, homemade treats and incredible décor. If you’re in the Scottsdale / Phoenix area, planning a tea at English Rose is the perfect event to kick off the summer season. You may even begin a new tradition for your family and friends!

With an entrance that replicates...

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My kids have come accustom to traveling. My two toddlers know how to power through a 6-hour road trip. Upon arrival at any given hotel, my three year old picks up the phone and unsuccessfully orders room service. And admittedly, their idea of pretend play at home consists of role-playing vacation. I count my lucky stars that the zest for adventure and experience is clearly in their blood.

When we had kids, my husband feared our love for traveling would have to...

Local businesses are stepping up to show support for organizations in need.

There are more 17,000-plus children in the care of the Arizona Department of Child Safety. The high number of children searching for their forever home is astounding and the drive to have reliable foster families is a constant ongoing battle.

May is National Foster Care Month, a time set aside to celebrate and honor those who have opened their homes and hearts to children in need and also for those dedicated to serving the country’s foster youth. We are blessed to have an amazing program here in the Grand Canyon...

Kathy Shayna Shocket writes about the people who make a difference.