A father watches his son’s first track meet, reflecting on generations, memory, and time—standing beside his own father where their stories quietly intersect.

From RFM’s managing editor, Christine, a reflection on motherhood—how it evolves over time, from sleepless newborn nights to wedding planning, and the quiet, unwavering love moms show every step of the way.

Q: “I’d like to start teaching my 13-year-old about responsibility now that he’s growing up. What are some easy, age-appropriate chores to have…

Help teens build smart money habits this graduation season with simple strategies for budgeting, saving, and planning for big purchases and future goals.

In The Dad Zone, Jason shares some of his son’s silliest statements from over the years and how he’s learned to appreciate his outside-the-box way of thinking and speaking.

Some of the most important things to keep in mind when you’re looking to make a job change.

With these simple tips, you can turn music practice from a chore into a fun activity your kids look forward to every day.

New year, new money goals. Learn why financial resolutions fail and how to make them stick with specific goals, smart planning, and accountability.

A new father struggles when love isn’t instant, then discovers it grows gradually through caregiving, his dog’s example, and learning alongside his son.

Our Real Dad, Kay Jungle, reminds us that parenting is about leading with empathy, presence, and patience.

AI is reshaping money management with smart budgeting tools and robo-advisors, but it can’t replace human insight. A hybrid approach offers guidance grounded in both data and values.

Local financial advisor Jeremy Blubaugh walks through financial risk at different stages of life.

John Morgan reflects on the backyard fort that once hosted pirate battles, castle raids, and countless childhood adventures. As the
boards bend and the kids grow taller, he’s reminded that while treehouses don’t last forever, the memories inside them do.

Alex Hutton, chief information
security officer at Atlantic Union Bank, shares tips on how to prevent AI fraud this holiday season.

Real Mom Kristin Richardson shares five simple things every busy mom should start booking for herself and why it makes all the difference.

Lucy from Greater Richmond SCAN with tips on how to slow down and stress less
during the holidays.