Mom 101
I Wish People Would Stop Telling Me to Make Myself a Priority
Of course I want to make myself a priority. It’s a nice idea. But when exactly does that fit into my ‘mom’ schedule?
4 Things a Widowed Parent Should Know About Dating Again
There aren’t many resources on how to begin dating as a widowed parent or what to say to your young kids on the subject. Here are my insights on this precarious subject.
10 Mid-Season Summer Fun Ideas
Every year we start the season fresh and full of summer fun plans. Inevitably the well runs dry. Here are some ideas to keep you going when the going gets tough.
14 Low-Stress, Fun Ways to Stave Off Summer Learning Loss
Concerned about summer learning loss? Here are some activities to cover all curriculum areas from kindergarten to grade 3 to keep your child motivated and learning and still having fun!
I Need a Cheat Day in Parenting
It’s draining trying to live by the standards for an optimal life, constantly saying no to all the fun stuff. I need a parenting cheat day.
Should We Make Our Kids Say Sorry?
If we make our kids say sorry ‘in the moment,’ we are not teaching, we are forcing them and potentially entering a power-struggle.
Why Did She Stay? Why Did I Stay?
I thought I was strong. I thought I was smart. I know people are wondering why did she stay in an abusive marriage for over 20 years?
Why Is My Husband Always in a Bad Mood?
I put a name to the phenomenon of my husband always being in a bad mood. I call this “haunting the house.” It is usually an expression of passive aggressive control.
Expert Sun Safety Information & Tips
We sought out an expert for her sun safety information and tips because even the savviest among us get stumped when it comes to SPF, UVA, and UVB ratings.