Tag: kids
When Your Child is Scared of Santa
Our soon to be three year old is scared of Santa. Terrified might actually be a more fitting description. The past two years, her Santa...
Creating a Realistic Christmas Bucket List
Last year, I created a Christmas bucket list for our family of five. With a 4-year-old, 3-year-old, and 1-year-old, I worked to make sure the list...
Harry Potter and The Life Lessons
In honor of the release of Harry Potter and The Cursed Child, I wanted to share some life lessons I think are to be...
When Motherhood is Too Much
Huddled in the corner of a stall in the women's room, trying to stifle my sobs until the two other women left the room....
In Defense of Playing Hooky
"When can we have a Mom and Nathan Day?"
My son's question—and his big brown pleading eyes—stopped me short as I made breakfast on a...
Teaching my Daughter Not to be an “Easy Target” for Bullying
Growing up, I was bullied a bit. Not terribly, but more than I would've liked. Because in all honestly, does anyone actually want to...
Favorite Movies from Childhood That I Can’t Wait to Share with...
I know there is no shortage of kid's movies or television shows these days. I love the positive messages and diversity that shows and...
Are You Teaching Your Kids to Trust Themselves?
Do you have one thing, one event, one person that you know has changed the course of your life? I'm sure some of us...
Continual Learning in the Summer
It’s summer! School is out, the sun is shining (most days), and the pools are open! While summer is a time for relaxing from...
100+ Ideas For Your Summer Bucket List
Summers are made for memories. To help get you on your way, we've put together more than 100 ideas for your summer bucket list. Check...