If you struggle to understand the ideas of privilegeand racism, read Between the World and Me.Last year, my daughter and a friend started a book club and vowed to read…
Author: Karen Schwartzkopf
Karen Schwartzkopf
Karen Schwartzkopf was the managing editor of RFM from its founding in 2009 until 2024. An award-winning writer and editor, she specializes in strategic communications and lives with her husband in Henrico where they raised three adult kids, a cool cat, and one very childish dog.
Members of the RFM team share books they’ve recently enjoyed. Maybe you will, too! If you struggle to understand the ideas of privilege and racism, read Between the World and…
There’s never a bad time to start exercising! Jog, walk, dance, jump rope – whatever! – sign up for the next 5k you see and get moving.
When did you decide how many kids you wanted?
During a team-building activity in high school, the coach asked the group of athletes to share something that caused each of them anxiety. One by one, the courageous teenagers listed…
RFM team members share a book they’ve enjoyed. Maybe you will, too! It’s a tender and delightful look at family, love, and loss.I’m a big fan of family sagas and historical…
There are steps you can take while your kids are little to help them fall in love with reading, books, and learning.
On the RFM Bookshelf, members of the RFM team share books they’ve recently enjoyed. Maybe you will, too! It’s difficult to categorize Sing, Unburied, Sing, so I’ll say this: It…
Pledge to drive safety and avoid distractions. Your kids are watching everything you do! Train yourself now or learn the hard way.
On the RFM Bookshelf, RFM team members share a book they’ve enjoyed. Maybe you will, too! Read Little Fires Everywhere before you watch it on the small screen on Hulu.…
How one mom took on wasps in her backyard and (maybe?) won!
How playdough, easy access to craft supplies, and turning on music can help your kids be more creative.
