The Needing Spot
Sometimes we think we couldn’t possibly be good parents because we make mistakes. Or because so much of the time, it’s just so hard.
Sometimes I yell. I feel like I’m losing my mind-and my temper.
I have no idea what to do for Sam.
I never say the right thing.
Family night blew up.
I’m not cut out for this. My house is a wreck.
We fight. The kids fight. Quarantine has been one big ginormous fight.
I’m not sure where or how I fit as my kids become adults.
Clark won’t eat anything besides macaroni and Gushers.
I try every day. And I mess up. Every day.
From the mouths of moms, these are things I have heard-and quite recently at that.
You’ve heard them too.
Your girlfriends have said these things and you’ve jumped right in with something like this, “Did you see how you handled that name-calling episode? Top notch. Or how you calmed that scraped up toddler or angsty teenager with your touch and that big mama heart of yours? Well, I saw it. I see you. Take note, sister. You are remarkable.”
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Group Dating for Teens: Summer Style
What do kiddie pools, a quarter and a can of shaving cream have in common? Not much – but they are all used in these awesome group dating ideas! Our first “Group Dating for Teens” post was pretty popular, so we thought we’d bring you some more ideas with a focus on summer time! These…
Grandpa’s Marinated Chicken
How do you celebrate the beginning of a delicious summer? Memorial Day seems to unofficially kick off barbecue season but it’s really a time to honor those who have served in the military. So when I combine those two things I think of my father-in-law and his marinated chicken. He proudly served in the marines…
Family Reunion: Minute to Win It
Ten challenges using household items, 60 seconds, and KING-SIZED candy bars on the line- sounds like the perfect combo for your family reunion or youth activity! Minute to Win It Games are great for family reunions and youth activities because they work for large groups, for all ages and abilities, and everyone is actively involved….
The Summer Essentials: Keeping Your Kids’ Minds and Bodies Active
I can still remember those “last day of school” days in elementary school. We’d spend time packing up the classroom, signing yearbooks and we’d usually have a picnic outside. It was a day of celebration and everyone knew we were just hours away from freedom! In our home, summer meant a few different things. While we…
50+ Family Home Evenings with Little Kiddos
I’m not yet in this phase of life-baby boy will be just a year old in a couple of weeks. So I called in the expert: my favorite sister, Kellie. (Just kidding, Trish…) Kellie has a 3 1/2 year old and a 1 1/2 year old-so this is right in her wheelhouse. She put together…
Grad Cap Goodie Plates
I have pretty much no memories of high school graduation. Which is weird, right? But for the life of me, I can’t recall a single thing… My most vivid memory of graduation from Utah State with my Bachelor’s degree is picking out the shoes I would wear. Why?-you ask. All of my girlfriends were shopping…
Family Reunion: Get-to-Know-You BINGO
When you think of family reunions do you get excited or get a headache? In the next few weeks we’ll be sharing some fun ideas that will help your family bond and keep things from getting boring. When it comes to family reunion ice breakers, there’s a simple beauty to BINGO. Our Getting-to-Know You BINGO…
Everyday Black Beans
Every week while I’m menu planning and making my lists I say, “Hey husband, what sounds good for dinner this week?” And just about every week I get an answer that sounds something like this…
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