Three months ago, I lost my mother. Three months ago, I lost my way. Three months ago, I lost my daily texting buddy. Three months ago, I lost a piece of what truly makes me…. me. First, I want to apologize for my long absence on this blog. For those of you that follow […]
While many areas across the country rejoined the school rush last week, here in our school district out in California, they go back today. And now, today, feeling the slight let down yet flush with guilty relief, I and thinking of them… and how I feel about their first day back after Winter Break. Before […]
Do you love the mother you are? I know that there are many (far too many) days when I don’t. Some days I yell, get too loud, have my own temper tantrum or just generally lose the threads holding myself together. But you know what? It happens. I’m human. So are you. And so are […]
Are you looking for a way to teach your kids how to be calmer? I know I am. From the minor stresses of life to the large, emotional upheavals of childhood – they need a way to find their calm. We have worked on meditation, Yoga and more. We also practice breathing excersises that can […]
When you need your kids to step away from the screens, you need plenty of fun screen free activities they can do! The Controversy Screen time… I both love and hate those little electronic devices of addiction. There are moments when they make life easier as a parent, allowing a few precious minutes to make […]
If you are anything like me, you might be looking for a way to help kids learn to clean their rooms. Some weeks my girls nail it, while other times… well, you know how it goes. This simple chore becomes a hassle and a pain… for all of us. On one hand, I am of […]
Budget Laminators – The Good, The Bad and The Ugly Teachers have long known the joy of laminators, yet with the long ago introduction of the budget laminator, that singular joy has entered the home. From homeschoolers to Scout Moms (and Dads!), crafty fellows to office workers – there is a reason for a budget […]
I recently received the following free ARC (Advanced Reading Copy) of a new children’s book coming out for in exchange for an honest review. “Sweet Penny and The Lion“ by Richard Fairgray and Alexander Burke Sky Pony Press, available in both Hardcover and ebook Release date: March 6th, 2018. ISBN: 978-1-5107-3484-5 Ages: 3-6 The […]