Parenthood is an Adventure

Parenting Fails and Wins

By Anne January 29, 2024joy in parentingNo Comments

All parents make mistakes, and that can make you feel like a bad parent. Remember all the good you do.

By Anne January 20, 2024FOOD, nutrition3 Comments

Nutrition for your kids doesn't have to be strict or complicated to be enough. Here's the simple way I give my kids nutrition.

By Anne January 13, 2024MARRIAGENo Comments

Marriage can be a beautiful thing, like a garden. Here are some tips to keep your marriage blooming.

By Anne December 30, 2023teaching characterNo Comments

Parents get the bulk of the holiday work, along with extra enjoyment watching their kids. Holidays are about more than work and fun, though.

By Anne December 16, 2023birth2 Comments

After 7 vaginal births, baby #8 was born via c-section. This is the story of his birth and my recovery.

By Anne November 28, 2023joy in parenting1 Comment

Having a big family may not be a picnic, but it does feel like a party. Here's a peek into our big family life.

By Anne November 21, 2023food tips and ideas, preschool, self-care ideas2 Comments

Cookie cutters are a fun tool to get creative in many ways. That creative time is good for my soul. Here's a sugar cookie recipe, too.

By Anne November 11, 2023homeschool curriculum, teaching character2 Comments

In our homeschool lessons this year we're learning about world cultures. That made me think about what kind of culture we have at home.

By Anne November 4, 2023joy in parenting2 Comments

Hugs are important for everyone, especially our kids. Have you hugged your kids lately?

By Anne October 28, 2023self-care ideasNo Comments

Exercise can feel like more trouble than it's worth, especially when you have little ones. This is why I believe that exercise is worth the effort.