Jacquelyn Eckmann

Jacquelyn (Jakki) is a Texas native who made the Greater Boston area her home several years ago. Jakki is the founder of Social Betty, a social media management and consulting agency, and runs the company with her husband, Chris. She loves the flexibility that being self-employed gives her, and truly appreciates that she is able to attend mid-day school events for her children, Caleb (11), and Kennedy (6). A lover of the written word, music, and makeup, Jakki enjoys a good book, concerts at small venues, and discount shopping. Though life is busy for her family (overcommitting to extracurricular activities regularly), Jakki and her husband make it a point to get to the city and enjoy a ride on the T, a craft beer, and dinner at Legal Harborside or Boston Burger Co.- both with the kids and without.

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Candlelight, Pageants, and Midnight Mass :: Christmas Eve Worship Services Around Boston

As holiday lights illuminate neighborhoods and Christmas trees brighten homes, there is an overwhelming feeling of holiday cheer. The holiday season means something different to …

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FREE (or Cheap) Things To Do This Summer With Kids in MetroWest Boston

When your child begins to mutter, “Mom, I’m bored!” you’ll know it’s time to check out these free (or cheap) things to do in MetroWest Boston this summer.

Why I’ll Always Take the T When I Go Into Boston With My Kids

When you take the T, you begin to understand Boston a little bit better — the accents, the layout of the city, the attitudes (good and bad!), and the overall culture. To a transplant, these things are pretty interesting. I mean, let’s be honest… we are still amazed with the accent.

Why She Hates Fortnite: In the Words of a Boston Moms Blogger’s Husband

Now, in case you haven’t heard, Fortnite is the latest video game craze. It is a first-person, battle-royale-style game that puts 100 people in real time on an island. The last one standing wins. Think of it as The Hunger Games without all the drama or blood. My son is really into it. And, to be honest, I am too. But my wife hates Fortnite. As do ALL the moms she talks to.

I Fought to Hold My Child Back in Kindergarten… Here’s Why

I began to consider redshirting my son — having him enter kindergarten a year after he was “allowed.” But he was so ready to go that I sent him.

“Who Raised You?” A Tribute to My Parents’ Love

I started thinking… who did raise me? I thank my parents for their love, for their dedication, and for raising me in a way I am proud of.

Moving to Greater Boston :: Acton

After hiring a realtor, we decided on Acton. Most importantly, the price was right, the schools and sports were great, and it had a commuter rail station.