Hosting an impromptu family game night is a great way to bring the family together without a lot of planning or preparation. It’s a great way to reconnect as a family over a good meal and a fun evening of friendly competition.
I have great aspirations for how our day ought to go. I’ve got a block schedule created and prominently displayed in my planner. But the thing is, life rarely goes as planned… especially if life includes four kids ten and under! The reality of a well-planned day is that it rarely goes as planned. But…
Busy moms know their chaotic schedules won’t stop as the beginning of the new school year approaches. In fact, they’ll probably get even more crazy. Between extra-curriculars starting back up and trying to prep the kids for the new…
We are grateful and thankful for the military heroes that serve our country and sacrifice on a daily basis for our freedom and safety. Teaching our kids to recognize and appreciate the men and women who serve in the military or have family in the military is important to us. Expressing our appreciation is one way we can support our friends who are part of the military. Here are some simple, but meaningful, ways to thank our military heroes – whether veterans, active service members, or military family members.
When you work from home, trying to keep an eye on your kids while trying to work can be stressful and counterproductive. If you’re going to get work done while your kids are home (and not sleeping), it’s important to create an environment where you can be your most productive but also keep your kids safely…
I’m not a fan of mosquitoes, but I generally just ignore them unless I’m planning to be outside for any significant length of time after dusk. However, I have a healthy (though probably slightly irrational) fear of ticks. I want nothing to do with those blood-sucking, Lyme-spreading, eight-legged bugs. But of course, my kids are oblivious…