NEWELL, W.Va.- For the first time in Homer Laughlin China's 142 year history, there's a woman at the reins. The president and owner of the largest remaining pottery in U.S. says the barriers are downMore >>
NEWELL, W.Va.- For the first time in Homer Laughlin China's 142 year history, there's a woman at the reins. The largest remaining pottery in the U.S. is moving forward with the first female president and new technology.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:13 AM EDT2013-05-22 10:13:57 GMT
NEW YORK (AP) - The American Cancer Society - one of the nation's best known and influential health advocacy groups - is 100 years old this week. Back in 1913 when it was formed, cancer was a lesser threatMore >>
NEW YORK (AP) - The American Cancer Society - one of the nation's best known and influential health advocacy groups - is 100 years old this week.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:10 AM EDT2013-05-22 10:10:14 GMT
SPRINGFIELD, Ohio - A lawyer says that a missing Springfield school board member and attorney found in Wisconsin had medical issues. In a press release, Attorney John B. Juhasz said that John SchoenikeMore >>
SPRINGFIELD, Ohio - A lawyer says that a missing Springfield school board member and attorney found in Wisconsin had medical issues.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:00 AM EDT2013-05-22 10:00:45 GMT
KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa. (AP) - Three sisters say they were kicked out of a suburban Philadelphia mall after refusing to remove profanity-laden hats expressing their hatred of breast cancer. Zakia Clark andMore >>
KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa. (AP) - Three sisters say they were kicked out of a suburban Philadelphia mall after refusing to remove profanity-laden hats expressing their hatred of breast cancer.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:56 AM EDT2013-05-22 09:56:00 GMT
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio - Police are looking for a suspect who may be armed and dangerous after a shooting leaves one dead and one injured in Youngstown.More >>
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio - Police are looking for a suspect who may be armed and dangerous after a shooting leaves one dead and one injured in Youngstown.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:53 AM EDT2013-05-22 09:53:17 GMT
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Federal and Ohio officials couldn't agree on spending for a state-run stopgap health insurance plan that covers Ohioans who can't get coverage elsewhere, so the U.S. government willMore >>
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Federal and Ohio officials couldn't agree on spending for a state-run stopgap health insurance plan that covers Ohioans who can't get coverage elsewhere, so the U.S. government will take it over, state officials said Tuesday.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:47 AM EDT2013-05-22 09:47:03 GMT
LIBERTY, Ohio - Police are investigating an accident after a charter bus flipped over its side in Liberty. The accident occurred on Tuesday around 11:30 p.m. on Interstate 80 W near the Hubbard exit. OSPMore >>
LIBERTY, Ohio - Police are investigating an accident after a charter bus flipped over its side in Liberty.More >>
With an ominous storm approaching, the Moore Public School District flashed a text alert to parents: "We are currently holding all students until the current storm danger is over. Students are being released to...More >>
With an ominous storm approaching, the Moore Public School District flashed a text alert to parents: "We are currently holding all students until the current storm danger is over. Students are being released to parents only...More >>
WARREN, Ohio - After a what Warren police described as a violent weekend, detectives add another armed home invasion report onto their case load. In less than a month's time, three armed home invasionsMore >>
WARREN, Ohio - After a what Warren police described as a violent weekend, detectives add another armed home invasion report onto their case load.More >>
So you have your suitcases laid out for everyone in the family, now the question is what to bring? You already know that your whole house won't fit in the car. But no need to worry, follow these helpful hints and packing should be a breeze.
Stay organized, lists are a perfect way to keep control. Keep lists for each member of the family, this will prevent any confusion in what you have packed and what you need to pack.
For the Children:
Diapers
Diaper Bag - preferably waterproof - Diaper rash ointment - Pacifier - Tissues - Premoistened wipes - Travel size powder and lotion - Bib - Food: formula, water, juice, snacks, bottle, sippycup and utensils - Toys and books
Vinyl diaper wraps to prevent leaks
2 blankets - one to lay on and the other to be covered with
Stuffed animal
Plastic bags to put dirty clothes in
Clothes: bring at least 1-2 outfits per child a day; - Easy to clean - Comfortable - 2 bathing suits, weather permitting and if you kids like to swim - Comfortable shoes (sneakers) and water shoes
Towels
Pillows, if desired
Travel size night light
Stroller, car seat
Portable crib, if hotel does not meet specifications
Camera and film
Disposable camera for your children to use
Empty back-pack for day trips and outings
Toiletries - Travel size to take up less space - Keep in a plastic bag to prevent leakage on clothes
Soccer ball, Frisbee, and/or jump rope to play with during rest stops
You may think that you need everything but if you are really crunched for space, don't pack anything that you can buy at your destination. Maybe you really don't need that 100 pack of diapers, 24 might suffice for the beginning of your travel.
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