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…
This site may receive a commission if you click through a link and make a purchase. For more details, please see my disclosure page.
♥ Raising a Family ♥
Letters To My Children
My mother does this really cool thing on our 30th birthday. She writes us a…
Teaching Empathy to Kids in an All-About-Me World
There are so many values to teach our children, right? Empathy can be a…
Must-Read Books For Kids
There are some books that you just know need to go on your reading list…
More backup on the parenting journey >
♥ Homeschool or Bust ♥
Shapes – Free Printables
I hope you enjoy my UPDATED free Shapes Morning Board printables! Your free download will…
Best Math Toys and Games for Preschool & Kindergarten
Does it matter if you use math toys and games for preschool and kindergarten? Teaching…
Nature Scavenger Hunt – Free Printable
This free printable Nature Scavenger Hunt is a great lesson starter, when you discuss the…
Colors – Free Printables
I hope you enjoy my UPDATED free Colors Morning Board printables! Your free download will…
More for any level of parent teaching >
♥ Mom Life Unfiltered ♥
What’s in a Name?
You’ve heard this before, right? Articles discussing the meaning of names? This is not that….
Our Beautiful Children -The Ugly Truth
You say the words as soon as those little rascals get pushed or pulled out…
A Toddler’s Secret TO DO List
Do you have any experience with toddlers? Maybe you have one of your own, or…
Foundational Scars – Helping Kids to Be More Resilient
Not to brag, but I disappoint my kids ALL the time. So how much am…
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…
Tips to Keep Your Dog Safe!
I’ve finished up my safety tips for the humans, and you know I can’t leave…
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…
More for dog parents and friends >
♥ Living With ♥
Living With – Raising Grandchildren
I am an old mom. I started having my kids later in life. I…
Living With – Deployment
Another Veterans Day has passed. We recognize and celebrate the men and women who have…
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 – (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 ♥
Crock Pot Meatball Hoagies
Friday…
Crock Pot Honey Garlic Pork Roast with Pears
This crock pot honey garlic pork roast is so delicious, and can be prepared two…
Banana Bread – Fast and Easy!
Wait a minute. Did I just sub-title this after my husband’s ex? Anyway, I am…
Honey Wheat and Apple Stuffing
Are you tired of the same old family recipe for stuffing? Of course not! But,…