Dear Last Baby,
There are plenty of tasks to be done around the house today. The dishwasher needs to be started, and I have no idea if your daddy has clean socks. Your sister’s toys are strewn over every surface,...
Did you know that there’s an official National Checklist Day? Shoot yeah! It’s October 30th to be exact. Did you miss it? Yeah, me too. I need to make a checklist not to miss the checklist day… #momlife anyone?
The...
If you’re like me, you have dozens of questions about raising your children. How do I get my baby to sleep through the night? Potty train? How do I teach my children to get along? Especially now during COVID,...
Hi, my name is Sarah, and I’m super accident prone. Thankfully, not the broken bones, stitches, and ER trips kind of accident prone. Just the superficial cuts, bruises, and trips to the chiropractor (Hi, Dr. Vrbka!) type of accident...
For most of my life, my identity was very much wrapped up in what I could accomplish. My own personal goal was to get as close to perfection as possible in the areas I felt like I was strongest....
Are your kids constantly bringing home artwork? I know mine do.
I love my children's artwork. It is colorful, organic and completely raw. I can see how their little minds worked through the creative process.
So what do you do with...
It's the little things in life that really make life grand. Today was one of those days.
Typically I cut John Paul and Michael's hair at home to save time, to save money, and because I can do it. But...
One bit of marriage advice seems to be universal: continue to date your spouse. Setting aside time to spend together as a couple is a crucial ingredient in happy relationships. My husband works 2nd shift, leaving home in the...
Several of my friends and neighbors are pregnant or just had a baby, and a couple of them will be having their first child this year. I started thinking about what advice would have been helpful to me before...
Guest submission by Stephanie Treadwell:
Although I adore the thought of being like Carrie Bradshaw from “Sex in the City,” my life is far from her glitz and glam. I remember watching the show in high school and wanting to...
Parenthood
Our Summer Survival Strategy
Summer is here whether I like it or not. Admittedly, it’s not my favorite season, but I’m both excited and a bit nervous about...
