Big Kids

First, I in no way am judging the mamas who do not limit screen time. To each their own. Consider hearing me out though... I was a big fan of screen time and have given Daniel Tiger many a thank-you...

I enjoy putting together homemade Lunchables, so I can choose higher quality meat, cheese and crackers and also pack some fresh fruit as a side. I also switch up sandwiches by using different breads like tortillas, bagel thins and croissants.

It’s Teacher Appreciation time and I know, as a teacher, that usually means lots of gifts from families in my classroom.  This is the time of year parents shower teachers with all the things that say: “Thank you for...

I have always been so captivated by people. I LOVE to watch them and see what they are all about. Their mannerisms and behavior is something that can be very fascinating. It's interesting to be able to see what...

Ah, Hallmark. You’ve really screwed us. I mean, really, who can live up to that sentimental perfection? The closest thing I’ve ever seen to the reality about Mother’s Day was an episode of The Middle. It was so close to real...

One of my favorite things to do with my girls is read to them. I really do enjoy reading good picture books.  Even the process of going to the library to pick out new books that we haven’t seen...

Sometimes the very best thing you can do is to say something, and to say it well. Some of us will always opt to say something, or to say everything. I usually err on the side of saying something, and I'm learning that there are many times when the very best thing I can do is to say nothing.

Sometimes, my son baffles me. I think we all feel that way about our kids, sometimes. He works so differently than I do, and sometimes I am not sure how to best relate to him, interact with him or...

At about age five, my son started showing an interest in football. At that point, I was against it. What changed my mind? Education. Instead of researching car seat safety, I was researching helmet technology and fitting guidelines.

I am lucky enough to live in a community with enough school choice to make your head spin; and, create a serious tendency towards FOMO - the fear of missing out. Homeschool? Homeschool with a cottage program? Online classes...