I've always felt that urge to keep my space neat and tidy, but until recently didn't fully understand the link between clutter and depression. It's not for your friends... it's not for the health of your family. No, the reason is a lot Read More
The Days Pass Slowly, But The Years Fly By
I remember it so clearly- the moment I realized the quote was so true: The days pass slowly, but the years fly by. It was a quiet night in August. The kids were tucked into bed and I was lying there, in the quiet, on the eve of their first Read More
Easy and Inexpensive Ways to Show Your Child’s Teacher Appreciation
Any time is a good time for teacher appreciation. For that special someone who loves your child like his or her own, here are some easy and inexpensive ways to show your child's teacher some love. Whether it's on Teacher's Appreciation Day or just a Read More
Tell Your Kids You Are A Failure
"I stink at this!" I yell across the room at my oldest as she's crying on her bed, and I'm standing at the door. Yes, I admitted to being a failure on this day. Our kids need to know that we make mistakes, too. Here's what I mean... Her Read More
Be A Rebel in motherhood – choose your path
Today's post will surely resonate with anyone who has children because, from the time we find out that we are going to be parents, there is a constant barrage of "Do's" and "Don'ts." It's up to you to forge your own path in this world we call Read More
Why I will always be a best friend to my child
Conversation Starters for Kids – Questions to Ask Your Child About School
If you are struggling to glean details from your child's school day, use these questions to ask your child about school. These three questions are perfect conversation starters for kids. They help your child develop a habit of talking about their Read More
The 3 Words Your Kids Need To Hear
Every day, I send my kids off to school with these 3 words your kids need to hear. And I cannot tell you what an impact it has on their days, as well as my own… because these three words work for any age. Read More
To My First Born — I’m sorry.
This letter, To My First Born — I'm sorry, was written by my friend, Hillary Cole. There is something so special about having your first child, and every child thenceforth, until you are done having babies, and you can reflect on those years when Read More