I fell in love with my husband when I first set eyes on him. Once we became parents I started finding even more reasons I love him. ** The other day, as we were relaxing on the back porch after dinner, just watching the kids playing, I mentioned to my husband that our daughter wanted […]
Teaching Responsibility with Chore Charts
Last night my daughter started picking up the toys in the living room. On. Her. Own. There was no fighting, no whining, and no, “I’m too tired….” I’m sorry, but this is HUGE. While little brother is generally willing to help clean up, my Peanut usually finds some excuse not to. But, ever so slowly that […]
Hello from Peoria!
We made it! Hello, all the way from Peoria, Illinois, where our family has met up with my sister’s family — at the half-way point between our homes. An hour and half into our trip, when we stopped at our first rest area with the kids, I wasn’t real sure we would all make it. OneDaddy and […]
Kentucky…
It’s been a busy weekend for me and the little ones so far… Lots of driving and plenty of fun with friends and grandparents! Yesterday, I took the kids to a little amusement park along the Ohio River. As we drove, I pointed out the river, and trying to capture the teachable moment (always the teacher!), […]
Taking Stock of What I Value Most
“Oh, you’re a stay at home mom? Boy, that must be nice. I’d love to be able to stay home with my kids…” I’ve heard that one a few times. And I’ve bit my tongue when the person speaking then pulls their brand-new Smart phone out of their designer handbag or helps slip brand new […]
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