“Mom, mom, mom, mom, mom…!” Today was our first day of mandatory homeschooling. I knew it would be tough but it was even harder than I imagined. My 8 year old, 2nd grader was up at 7am and already wanted to start his morning work. My 10 year old, 5th grader decided to start with … [Read more…]
Everyone is focused on what the kids will do while stuck home for weeks, but what about the parents? Of course, we will help them with their school work, make sure they are fed and spend some quality time together, but adults need to stay busy and useful too. I am not much of a … [Read more…]
I truly believe that every family should experience a road trip at least once in their lifetime! Not only are they fun and exciting, but they also offer so many wonderful benefits for children and adults. Road trips are not just a way to get from Point A to Point B. They are adventures with … [Read more…]
While Halloween and Christmas have a focus on children, nuzzled in between is the understated Thanksgiving. With a focus on family, food and fun, Thanksgiving is the American tradition. It starts with snacking, there is a lot of eating, a parade, a lot of football, and possibly depending on your sanity, shopping before Black Friday. … [Read more…]
With two children a year apart, the holidays were a big deal at the daycare where they both attended. Daycares or Learning Centers make holidays a big celebration and as the parent of young kids I always wanted to make the parties a little more special. Yes, I am that parent that adding a little … [Read more…]
As a mom-to-be or new mom, it is so hard to narrow down the list of must haves, and then once you do, the amount of brands that make the same thing is overwhelming. I remember staring at a wall of bottles in the store and just walking out because it was too much pressure. … [Read more…]
No Talkie Before Coffee When I was stranded home in my house with my infant child and we couldn’t leave the house for some illness or another, I desperately called a friend asking begging her to go to Starbucks and get me a Venti Caramel Machiatto. Admittedly, I drove with my second child several towns … [Read more…]
Like I do almost every morning, I was explaining to my son that he needs to knock on the bathroom door before entering. I explained that girls need privacy and it’s not polite to just walk in. His response: “You’re not girl, you’re a mom.” Doesn’t that just sum up motherhood? I am a mom … [Read more…]
As I approach the young age of 40, I am taking stock in my life. I mean, let’s be honest, half my life has already been lived so the second half has to be even more kick ass right?! Although I am entering a new age bracket, I still feel like a kid sometimes. An … [Read more…]
One of the many reasons I started a blog was to be able to document my family’s adventures so my boys could look back at all our fun and remember the good times long after I am gone. I also wanted to help other moms who are struggling on this parenting journey just like I … [Read more…]