Tag: kids
So I Lost My Job… Now What?
So, I lost my job ... now what?!
The thing I feared the most recently happened. After years of endless energy and dedication, and even putting...
Want Your Child To Share Their Problems? Tips For Active...
There’s no question that the middle school and high school years are tough, for both kids and parents. It's arguably more important than ever...
We Can Do Hard Things!
As one of my favorite authors, Glennon Doyle, always says, "We can do hard things!" This year has been full of hard things, hard...
Creating and Modeling a Positive Self Image for Our Kids
Going from being a college athlete to a mom was a huge shift for me. I lost the competition and began to realize the...
Camping with Kids: How to Be Prepared, Have Fun and Be...
Our family went camping once or twice when I was young, but I don't remember many details about our trips. I know our tent...
Defeated by a 2 Year Old… Are Toddlers Really Terrible?
After being smacked in the face by my almost 2 year old when calmly asking him to not play with the trash in the...
When You Need Toddler Activities on a Budget
When I was pregnant I spent an embarrassing amount of time reading through endless baby product reviews to find the best, most educational, highest...
A Dose of Grace
Now that it's July, back to school season is on everyone's mind. We have been home with our kids for what seems like an...
The Zoom Ball Hydro: Product Review
Who doesn't like a little fun competition during the hottest season of the year? Did I
mention water is involved? There is nothing more exciting...
Making the Most of Our “New Normal”
Quarantine had us homebound for about two months. The only time we ventured out with the kiddos is when my three-year-old had her tonsils...
Disneyland Withdrawals? – Disney On The Dime Saves The Day
My family loves Disneyland, Disney movies, Disney+, Disney songs, etc. If you are like me, you may be going through Disneyland withdrawals. We are...
Just How Important is Outdoor Play?
As a child, I remember playing outside constantly. My affinity for outdoor play was so extreme that I would often declare my new home...
Quarantine Musings – Being a Mom is my Most Important Job
I mark the beginning of quarantine and our world turning upside down as March 16th. I am a teacher, so it was the first...
Is Your Teen Putting You On An Emotional Roller Coaster?
Teens say (and do) the darndest things: How our brains play a role in decision making.
Have you had the experience where your teenager is yelling...