

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


Keeping Up Appearances
But this is what being depressed does to her. She's faced it before and might face it again. She knows deep down she is strong enough, b


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


The Top 5 Things I've Learned About Parenthood
The past five and a half years of motherhood has been nothing but ongoing learning experiences for me. I have learned a lot, though I can de


Celebrating One Year of Blogging!
I have written a lot of blog posts in the past year, and this one is my 60th! While I mostly share my experiences as a mother I also like to


Redefining Myself One Word at a Time
Words can transform us; they can take us down or build us up. Yes, words can be very powerful, and sometimes none more powerful than the wor


Adding Some Magic to Christmas With One Simple Craft for Kids
One way we decided to add to the magic of Christmas this year was by putting up two trees – our regular tree that we fill with lights, tinse


Making Memories One Game At a Time
Not only is playing games as a family a great bonding experience, but it can help teach kids that you don't always have to win to have fun.


Book Review: The Day the Crayons Came Home
Much like the first book, The Day the Crayons Came Home features different crayons writing Duncan to inform him of their troubles and pleadi


Halloween Safety for Parents and Kids
Costumes are picked. Pumpkins are carved. But with Halloween quickly approaching, it’s important for parents to be mindful of keeping this d


Why I'm Going on Dates With My Kids (And Why You Should Too!)
But what about having quality, one-on-one time with your kids? Is this not equally important to “me” time or a night out with your spouse? I


Toys Are Toys, No Matter Which Gender
As seen on The Baby Spot Dear Toys R Us, I have been a customer of yours for some time now and while I don’t have intentions to...


And the nominees are...
Earlier this week I was excited to find that I had been nominated for a Versatile Blogger Award! The incredibly talented Jewel from Just...


Perfect Moments are the Ones Not Perfectly Planned
What is it about going out on excursions with my kids that brings my stress level way up? Whether it’s a day outing or a road trip for...


My Relationship With Motherhood? It's Complicated
As seen on The Baby Spot Relationships can be tricky. There are high points that can leave you feeling so happy and low points that can...