Culture of Kindness
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.
Morning Hugs
Hugs are important for everyone, especially our kids. Have you hugged your kids lately?
Is Exercise Worth the Effort?
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.
Six Tips for Store Savings
Saving money at the grocery store is important with children to feed. Here are 6 tips for saving at the store, and a refried beans recipe.
Taking Care of Tiny Colds
A sick baby is scary! After 10 babies I've learned safe tricks to get babies well, and keep them well.
Glue-sticks and ABC’s
Here's a basic outline for how to teach your kids preschool, and an easy plastic bag apron for messy preschool projects.
Changing Seasons
In my thoughts on parenting, I can see that the seasons my children go through come and go, just like the weather outside. Right now the summer is turning into…
Layering Lessons Part 2
Homeschooling multiple grades can be done by layering lessons. I realized I forgot something important on my last Layering Lessons post. I didn't tell you how I needed a homeschool…
Stealing Some Time
Making time for yourself is so important, but so hard as a full-time parent. Even as I sit down to write this, someone starts crying, which means I have to…
Training Pants
Our little #10 hasn't made much progress in her potty training, and I'm to blame. I'm happy to follow her lead, but with 5 thousand things going on and her…