I know one of the biggest challenges I have with my kids over summer is ensuring they are not spending all of their time on screens. It can be so easy for kids to while away the hours watching a movie, looking at YouTube shorts, and playing video games, especially if parents are working. Instead […]
Spring symbolizes things that are new, so it’s a perfect time to refresh our homes after the long winter months; however, the thought of tackling that daunting spring cleaning list can be overwhelming for busy moms juggling all of the other numerous daily tasks on their plates. Having a well-organized spring cleaning schedule and focusing […]
After learning about my son’s anaphylactic shock, I talk about the positives that came from knowing he has a true village behind him.
There is almost nothing more satisfying than opening the window after a long winter and hearing the sound of birds chirping and smelling that fresh spring air after a brief rain shower. I close my eyes and take a deep breath in, enjoying that crisp scent, but as soon as I open my eyes, reality […]
Although every season has its craziness, I’m pretty sure our busiest time of year is spring because our daughter is on not one, not two, but three different softball teams. This is a first for us this year because she typically plays rec and travel ball. Now she’s in junior high and will play for the school, too. How do we manage all of her practices and games, while still getting her to dance and piano, and her brother to martial arts and wrestling, while still keeping everyone alive? Read on to learn how keeping a family calendar keeps us all on track.
Well, it finally happened after 12 years of motherhood. I missed an important event for one of my children. I can honestly say this has never happened before, and the feeling is terrible. This blog will talk about how to prevent this from happening and why it’s ok to put people’s messages on hold and […]
