Memorial Day is just around the corner and cookouts are sure to be in abundance. My dear friend Janean, otherwise known as the Fredericksburg Foodie, . . .
Five Ways to Survive Summer “Break”
In just a few short weeks, my children will have completed another year of school. Months of buzzing alarms, class projects, book assignments, and . . .
Playing Hooky: The Reason Behind Skipping School For No Good Reason
Last week, I played hooky with my oldest daughter. I adjusted my work hours and pulled her out of school for no good reason other than to spend time . . .
Five Ways to Show the Love this Mother’s Day
We all know there's a lot of hype around Mother's Day but, let's face it, Sunday is probably going to be like any other day for us childbearers. The . . .
Update: What Happened to My Family When We Took Away Tech
Many of you have asked me how our Tech Free project is going, so I thought I'd give you an update. Three months ago we instituted the rule of no . . .
How to Validate Your Child’s Feelings and Why It Matters
Last week, my oldest daughter was scheduled to attend a student orientation day at her new middle school. How the words "oldest daughter" and "middle . . .
Wrangling Cats: Five Tips for Scheduling Your Family
Wrangling a family of six is not what I would call a walk in the park. In fact, if we were in said park, Graham and I would be chasing children in . . .
Traveling with Children: 4 Lessons Learned Along the Way
Tomorrow morning, my family will head out for what will likely be an 8-hour road trip to visit my family in Kentucky. I haven't lived in the Bluegrass . . .
Yes, and No
I used to be a total yes girl. Float a good idea from 20 yards away, and I'd take it up as a personal mission. Uncover a need anywhere, for any . . .
Obstacles to Friendship: Part 2
Last week, I spoke and wrote about a common obstacle to friendship: feelings of unworthiness (i.e. I'm not worthy to have a friend OR I'm not worthy . . .
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