Parenting Through Depression: 5 Ways I'm Coping
One thing I have learned so far is that there is not one way to cope with depression. Anyone who has it may have different methods. These ar
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
Book Review: The Girl Who Saved Christmas
They say you should never judge a book by its cover, but this is one instance that I am making an exception to that rule. When I first held
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.
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
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...
20 Positive Phrases to Say to Your Kids Daily
Do you ever have moments that make you feel like you are failing as a parent? For me, it can be little moments that usually involve me...
Letting Go of Negativity to Be a Better Mom
When I first started writing this blog post I kept it short and simple, talking about my quest to become a more positive mother. But...
