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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Candy Corn Cupcakes
Which Halloween candy do you hate the most? About five years ago a poll of candy consumers were asked by a market research firm to name their favorite treat brands.
DIY: Nautical Jar
My sister-in-law Michelle is one of those people that is super crafty and can make just about anything she sees. Yeah, I don’t know what it’s like either. But she is here to share with us one of her recent craft projects that is simple enough that I even did it! I love how versatile it…
Talking To Your Kids About Suicide
In the last few years at the high school where three of my four kids graduated, there have been several suicides. It’s something heavy on the minds and hearts of so many parents and teens where we live. So we reached out to Penny, a friend and neighbor of ours who has both personal and…
Family Gallery Wall
I am no decorator. But there is one thing in my home that seems to be a favorite of friends and family who visit. It’s my favorite too. And it’s this simple little gallery wall that documents the growth of my little family.
I Spy Scavenger Hunt
I think scavenger hunts are a sure way to get a big group of people together and have fun. It’s an easy way to get everyone involved and interacting while not having to plan a ton or decorate the house or anything like that. In the past we have shared with you a photo scavenger…
Grandparents’ Day Video Gift
We heard about this cute gift our friend put together for her mom and we thought it would be a perfect and personal little present to put together for Grandparents’ Day (September 13th for 2015!). But really, this is the thoughtful kind of gift that you could use for any birthday or Mothers’ or Fathers’…
DIY: The Best Burp Cloth
As a mom, there is one thing I’m pretty clear about. And that is this: there’s a lot I don’t know. Like…how do you prevent your toddler from putting pealed bananas in the toaster when you step out of the kitchen for more than 90 seconds? And then, how do you clean out that toaster…
Layered Peach Coconut Delight
Nothing says summer like a fresh peach – the aroma, the juiciness sliding over your lips. I love eating them au naturel but it’s fun to pair it with our coconut fruit dip and a light crust. We served it up Sunday evening and the entire pan was emptied in minutes as everyone had some,…
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