Mothering children under five is not just what you see on Facebook. It is not only the smiles, the hugs, the proud parental moments, the family dinners, and the outings to fun (and seemingly tantrum-free) locations. It is also all the work and sweat behind the scenes – the times that no one ever takes… {read more}
10 Things Mama Should NOT Forget In The Morning
I’ve been a stay-at-home mom for almost 5 years now. It’s hard to believe that I have had no “boss,” no set schedule, no work evaluations, no material incentives to work for, and no career moves for that long. It’s pretty exhausting and lonely sometimes to do a full-time job completely on your own! Figuring… {read more}
5 Activities To Help Your Kids Learn Perseverance
Perseverance is a quality that every child can benefit from practicing. After all, there are going to be challenges in life, and knowing how to persevere even amidst frustration or disappointment will be a great life skill. Active games and sports are a fantastic way to help strengthen one’s ability to persevere. Sports can help… {read more}
How to Recognize and Encourage {Small + Simple} Acts of Kindness
Sometimes I get bogged down by the details and challenges of parenting. The lists, the chores, the constant need for distraction and redirection. But now and then there are simply beautiful moments that pull me back to remembering the absolute blessing of parenthood. Like the other day I saw the sweetest scene. My two year… {read more}
10 Ways To Embrace Being A Mother Of Boys
Gender disappointment is something very real. I know first hand. It’s not that I do not love my boys with all my heart, or wish they were any different. I just always assumed I’d have a daughter. After all, I was one of two girls and I never really knew (and therefore expected) anything different for my… {read more}
A Simple Activity To Teach Kids About Gratitude
Last week I shared a guest post at Fit Kids Clubhouse, and I would love for you to go and take a look! This little activity helped our family discuss the deeper purpose of gift-giving, and let us practice what it means to practice gratitude regardless of what you receive. Find the article here. You… {read more}
This Blog Is Not Reality: My Family Is Just Like Yours
I’ve been blogging for quite a while now, and over the years I have received so many messages asking “How do you do it all?” and “What is your secret?” First, let me say I do not do it all. You may see some great ideas and fun activities on this blog (or on my… {read more}
10 Of The Best Children’s Books About Love
Now that I have given ideas about how to tell, show, and sing love to your kids, this week I am sharing 10 of my favorite books about love for children. Whether it is cuddled up on the couch, in bed feeling safe and loved, or revved up and ready to learn about life, reading… {read more}