It was a rough day on the ol’ mommy-ego. We were playing store today. My little girl was running the cash register and I played the part of various shoppers. At one point she said, “Now pretend to be a beautiful woman, Mommy.” I laughed and said, “Oh, I have to pretend to […]
It’s Party Time!
Ready to celebrate with us? Not just because it’s Friday (although sometimes that is enough reason to celebrate)… No, today we are celebrating because my son has slept in his own bed, all night long, for 7 nights in a row. People, this is cause for a celebration! He has NEVER, EVER, EVER done that […]
Mom-Guilt
It was one of those days. The kind where you feel like you’ve yelled at the kids more than not. I was in the oldest one’s room, picking up toys, calling for her to come help. When I found them in the living room I was met with the boxes I wanted to use […]
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 […]
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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