I use this simple productivity tool for communication and unity in our home. We talk about things that need to be done, events that might happen, and anything we need to get ready for. I have heard it said before that communication is kindness. In my relationships and especially within my household clarity is key.…
It was a Thursday. I hadn’t slept well the night before and I just wanted to relax on the couch with a good book and some coffee. The kids were squirrely. We were all fighting distraction and lack of attention. As we started our school work that morning, I saw a difficult few hours ahead…
How do we encourage our kids to play in new ways or explore new ideas? I want to be the kind of mom who provides a childhood full of wonder and variety. But that can be tricky without going overboard on Pinterest, scheduling to many activities, or spending money in my already tight budget. I…
I am in the midst of teaching my teen how to navigate this world and deal with big decisions. The saying goes that you learn how to do things best when you teach them. I am finding this to be very true. Recently we have learned what it looks like to leave a commitment (and…
Parenting is hard. The learning curve of new parenting skills is always moving forward. There is an exhaustion that sets in from constantly thinking about small things, worrying about big things, and making decisions about what your children need. Each phase is radically different than before. Every few months there is a new skill to…
To the mom of young kids, I see you. I hear your need to just sit in silence without anyone touching you. I get it that the laundry situation is impossible. I understand that the floors need to be swept and that you can’t even think straight. Tiny humans are hard in so many ways. …
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