Letters To My Children
My mother does this really cool thing on our 30th birthday. She writes us a…
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♥ Raising a Family ♥
Rainy Day Activities
Rainy days can make for some very bored kids. Bored kids can make trouble. No…
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 ♥
Colors – Free Printables
I hope you enjoy my UPDATED free Colors Morning Board printables! Your free download will…
Nature Scavenger Hunt – Free Printable
This free printable Nature Scavenger Hunt is a great lesson starter, when you discuss the…
Must-Read Books For Kids
There are some books that you just know need to go on your reading list…
Morning Board Free Printables
I hope you enjoy my UPDATED free Morning Board printables! Your free download will include…
More for any level of parent teaching >
♥ Mom Life Unfiltered ♥
It’s Time to Schedule Your Midlife Crisis
So many questions… It’s almost a rite of passage in a person’s life. The panic…
Foundational Scars – Helping Kids to Be More Resilient
Not to brag, but I disappoint my kids ALL the time. So how much am…
Because I Screamed So!
Confession. I’m a screamer. I’m not talking about THAT, so this is not too much…
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…
More things I probably shouldn’t say >
♥ All About Dogs ♥
Our Better Best Friends
Man’s best friend. Dogs carry this title for a reason. Put simply, they are loyal…
Tips to Keep Your Dog Safe!
I’ve finished up my safety tips for the humans, and you know I can’t leave…
Do Pets Make Good Gifts?
PETS AS GIFTS The holidays get a lot of people thinking of a puppy or…
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 – 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 – Migraines – While Raising A Family
Have you ever had a really bad headache? Like really, really bad? I think everyone…
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 ♥
Creamy Pan Buckeyes
PAN BUCKEYES If you like traditional buckeyes, these are even yummier! If you don’t like…
Crock Pot Honey Garlic Pork Roast with Pears
This crock pot honey garlic pork roast is so delicious, and can be prepared two…
Balsamic Chicken Alfredo with Avocado and Havarti
Every now and then I remember that I used to enjoy cooking. You know, when…
Banana Bread – Fast and Easy!
Wait a minute. Did I just sub-title this after my husband’s ex? Anyway, I am…