My friend Amy Tate recommended the book Six Ways to Keep the “Little” in Your Girl by Dannah Gresh She’s my kinda mom, so I trust her recommendation and will be picking this up. Here’s what she had to say about it: “Moms- I very rarely recommend books, but this one was amazing. I’ve gone […]
Valentine’s Gift Idea for a Child
We usually get our kids a small heart-shaped box of Russell Stover’s because (it’s a classic, and) that’s what my mom always got my sisters and me. But if you do that too, and want to put something with it, or are looking for a non-candy gift option, I came across something I think would […]
Cool Stroller
A friend of mine has a really cool stroller made by The First Years, so I snapped a few pictures to show you all in case any of you are in the market for one. I think the coolest feature is that it swivels on the base. So the baby can be facing forward or […]
Tips & Information About Little Kids Who Are Having Tonsils Removed
Last year, our 3 (almost 4) year old, had his tonsils removed. He had begun snoring over the summer and it became progressively worse until sleep apnea developed. He would snore this really loud snore and then just stop breathing. We found ourselves leaning into the silence and almost willing him to start again. And […]
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Dry Shampoo
Okay, so I was reading this beauty/style blog called Veronika’s Blushing and watching her do her gorgeous hair in a video tutorial. She was talking about 2day or 3day hair and it got me thinking about how often I wash my hair. I had heard of not washing every day, but I just was in […]
How to Capture Your Kids’ Growth Over Time
There are days when my kids get up in the morning and I know they grew while they were sleeping. A while back I stumbled onto this frog growth chart at a store I love (Bobby Todd in Sweetwater, TN). I got it for decorative purposes, but eventually decided to measure the kids and actually […]
How to Stay Organized with Google Calendar
How do you keep track of your family’s schedule? I will confess I do not have a great system in place. I tend to work from memory, which is sort of like working without tools. My friend, Rebecca, uses a one-sheet paper calendar and that works for her family. I tend to like paper, too. […]
Resolutions: Planning to Fail
This year I’m thinking of my resolutions differently. I think in the past my resolutions have been (unintentionally) rooted in striving for perfection. And perfection is not possible, so pretty much making resolutions for me means planning to fail. So, this year, I am keeping it realistic. I resolve: To be happy. Not sweat the […]
Motherhood Moments: Funny Stuff That Happened at Our House
Motherhood moments are a series of photos I take around the house of the funny things my kids do. Maybe you will relate, or, at least, be entertained for a moment. Hope you all had a nice holiday. Can’t believe it’s almost New Year’s. Anyway, here are some recent funnies. Sweet Candy from Charlie…to Dad. […]
Hearty Soup You Can Make With Ham: Senate Bean Soup from McGuire’s
This past summer, some friends of ours let us use their condo in Destin, Fl where I learned a few things. While we were there, we discovered a restaurant called McGuire’s Irish Pub. They have FANTASTIC steak. My husband and I split one and the kids ate most of it, so we were inclined to […]
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- “Sweetheart, please don't throw yogurt at kitty.” Like saying this would actually STOP her... - Anissa, Chicago, IL
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– Sydney (3) Maryville, TN
- My husband has my babies all by himself this week. When I was leaving town today, I asked Walker if he thought they would be ok . He said, "Of course, Mama. You left us food and I have a light saber."
-- Walker (5) Tupelo, MS
- "You are really annoying, and it is NOT opposite day."
-- Bryce (6) to Reed (8) Eagain, MN
- "Mom: Do you think you can be good at school the rest of the week – it’s only two more days…
Son: I’m not sure… “I can’t tell the future and I don’t have a working time machine.”
– Ethan (6) Milwaukee, MI