Let’s face it, raising tiny humans is a wild ride. In my work as a founder of Pickup Sports, a company that helps kids, and in my most important role as “mom,” I come across important and fun stories on parenting, health, kids, and behavior. Every Friday, I’ll be dropping a dose of laid-back parenting humor and helpful tips straight to your inbox. Think of it as your weekly pep talk with a side of giggles.

💪 I Can Change A Tire Faster Than My Husband

When I was in High School back in Austin, Texas, one of my best friend’s grandfather spent a day with a group of us girls teaching us all the basics of cars hands-on. He went through how to check oil levels manually, how to change a tire, and what each part of the car does … he even borrowed a bunch of grimy oil-covered overalls for us to wear!

What I learned that day has probably been more useful throughout my entire life than anything else I learned in High School! That’s why I believe life skills are a huge core of what our kids should learn, something that’s often overlooked in schools.

That’s why I loved learning about the free virtual Life Skills Now summer camp. My kids are too young right now to learn the details of car maintenance, but there’s so much they can start picking up that's offered for kids of all ages and parents.

What life skills do you worry about your child NOT learning? Let us know in the poll below!

Bonus: 3 Fun Facts About the Greatest 2 Minutes in Sports! 🏇

And now, for a little light humor 😆 In case you didn’t know, The Kentucky Derby, also known as "The Greatest 2 Minutes in Sports," gallops in this Saturday! This isn't just a horse race, it's a cultural phenomenon celebrating a whopping 150th anniversary this year.

And let's be honest, picking the most outrageous hat might take longer than the actual race itself!

Here are some fun nuggets to help you sound super-knowledgeable about this year’s Kentucky Derby:

What’s the Derby?

The Derby is the longest continuously running sporting event in the US and is always held on the first Saturday in May.

What’s The ‘Run for the Roses’

The Kentucky Derby is often called the run for the roses because the winner has a blanket of roses draped over his/her back after the race.

Who races?
🐴 Girl Power on the Racetrack! While male horses are the usual Derby champs, three fillies (that's jockey talk for female horses!) have shattered the glass ceiling: Regret (1915), Genuine Risk (1980), and Winning Colors (1988).

Who should I root for?

Fierceness is the horse who has won two of his last three starts and is the 5-2 favorite to win this year. Here’s a list of all the horses racing this year.

What do I drink?

🍸Mint Julep Mania! The Kentucky Derby isn't just about the horses – it's a boozy spectacle! Over 120,000 mint juleps, a refreshing bourbon cocktail, are consumed.

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