Opening My Heart and Mind to New Possibilities
“You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.” This could not be more true of my life
Are We Raising Spoiled Kids?
I sometimes feel like parenting has become a competition of sorts. Where did this notion come from? When did this all start, and where does
New Year, New Me
It’s amazing how much can change in a year. Last year at this time I didn’t think I was strong enough to achieve my goals, but with a lot of
Mom Guilt Doesn't Go Away, It Just Changes
I have learned something very important about mom guilt. It doesn’t really go away, does it? It simply changes as you move through the diffe
Mama Musings: A Special Father's Day Message
You see, being a great Dad to our son and daughter is not just about how amazing you are with them, it’s also about how loving you are with
Mama Musings: Sometimes You Just Have to Play
Here's the way I look at it: my kids will only be this age once. Right now is the age where they want Mommy and Daddy to run around and
Setting an Example for My Kids
I have been thinking quite a bit about setting an example for my kids. Right now they are young and might not really grasp what I am trying
Are Bloggers Masters of Deception?
The beauty of doing a blog is that you can hide behind your screen and you can pick and choose what to reveal to the world. I think it’s saf
Have Your Kids Taken Over Your House?
What has been really bugging me is the fact that every room in the house is littered with items belonging to my children. Their bedrooms don
No More Virgin Hair
My kids are growing and are becoming more aware of life around them. Putting their needs and happiness ahead of my own in a way teaches them
When Your Baby Isn't a Baby Anymore
Tomorrow I will be pre-registering my daughter for kindergarten. How did this happen? When did my baby girl grow up? Her starting school fin
When Mommy Is Sick
Two days of doing absolutely nothing had a domino effect. Cleaning up after the holidays got put on hold, laundry piled up and meals were pl
