New Year’s Resolutions – and How to Keep Them
Most New Year’s resolutions fall into one of four major groups: those related to health (losing weight, getting fit); those related to money (saving money, spending less); those related to relationships (finding a mate, scheduling a date night); and those related to self-improvement (taking a class, spending more time with friends). However, according to research,
Classic holiday movies to watch with your family and professional au pair
Older Classics:Some of the most beloved Christmas movies are black and white classics from a bygone era (though most of these have now been colorized). These include “It’s a Wonderful Life,” the Frank Capra classic starring Jimmy Stewart, as well as the original “Miracle on 34th Street” featuring Maureen O’Hara and a young Natalie Wood.
Holiday Gifts Ideas for Your PROaupair Host Parents
For the book worm:Choosing a gift for a bookworm can be intimidating – but don’t fear! Atlas Obscura is a great gift for anyone interested in the world’s hidden wonders. Or, visit a local bookstore and tell the staff a little about your host parent’s likes and dislikes – they are sure to offer some
Great Holiday Gift Ideas for your Professional Au Pair
If your professional au pair loves to try new things…For au pairs who are constantly trying new things, give the gift of experience. A couple of tickets to a local concert, comedy show, sporting event, or theatrical production make a great gift. Or, what about a class or series of classes in something she’s always
Learn about Your German Au Pair’s Holiday Traditions
Most of PROaupair’s professional au pairs are German, and will likely introduce you and your family to various German traditions throughout the year. Some of them will seem almost familiar to you – that’s because many of the American Christmas traditions we celebrate are modified versions of traditions that originated in Germany.St. Nicholas Day (Nikolaustag)St.