Teaching Empathy to Kids in an All-About-Me World
There are so many values to teach our children, right? Empathy can be a…
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♥ Raising a Family ♥
Letters To My Children
My mother does this really cool thing on our 30th birthday. She writes us a…
Rainy Day Activities
Rainy days can make for some very bored kids. Bored kids can make trouble. No…
What To Do When Your Child Is Having Nightmares
Your child is having nightmares. They can’t sleep, so they sure as heck aren’t going…
More backup on the parenting journey >
♥ Homeschool or Bust ♥
Must-Read Books For Kids
There are some books that you just know need to go on your reading list…
Alphabet – Free Printables
I hope you enjoy my UPDATED free Alphabet Morning Board printables! Your free download will…
DIY Weekly Learning Board – 2 Sided
HOW TO MAKE A HANGING MORNING BOARD FOR CIRCLE TIME We’ve had this morning board…
Best Math Toys and Games for Preschool & Kindergarten
Does it matter if you use math toys and games for preschool and kindergarten? Teaching…
More for any level of parent teaching >
♥ Mom Life Unfiltered ♥
Is the Romance Over? 10 Reasons He Doesn’t Bring You Flowers Anymore
You’re starting to panic. You just realized that you can’t remember the last time he…
15 Ridiculous Remarks to Women
Who here has had something you felt was completely inappropriate said to you while in…
My Kid is an A**hole – and I Blame Preschool
I hope you’re not offended that I’m calling my child an a**hole. Actually, I worded…
Because I Screamed So!
Confession. I’m a screamer. I’m not talking about THAT, so this is not too much…
More things I probably shouldn’t say >
♥ All About Dogs ♥
Do Pets Make Good Gifts?
PETS AS GIFTS The holidays get a lot of people thinking of a puppy or…
Saving an Animal’s Life: Could You Do It?
I love animals. Do you? Well, I love most. Some gross me out. But, I…
How Long Will I Grieve For My Dog?
It kept going through my head. Over and over. Relentless. If I was alone I…
Our Better Best Friends
Man’s best friend. Dogs carry this title for a reason. Put simply, they are loyal…
More for dog parents and friends >
♥ Living With ♥
Living With – Migraines – While Raising A Family
Have you ever had a really bad headache? Like really, really bad? I think everyone…
Living With – a Child with a Speech Delay
My little Sunshine said “fart” tonight. This was a big moment for our family. Because…
Living With – Raising Grandchildren
I am an old mom. I started having my kids later in life. I…
Living With – (And Owning) Mental Illness
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. I haven’t been shy about bringing up my struggles…
More for those who struggle >
♥ Recipes & Meal Planning ♥
Easy Meal Planning – w/Free Printables
Who else LOATHES planning their meals for the coming week in order to make the…
Crock Pot Honey Garlic Pork Roast with Pears
This crock pot honey garlic pork roast is so delicious, and can be prepared two…
Crock Pot Italian Chicken
Time for another super easy (and delicious!) crock pot dinner recipe! If your day is…
Crock Pot Meatball Hoagies
Friday…