Tag: children
Preparing Your Toddler {And Yourself} for Successful Swim Lessons
So, I decided it was time to throw my toddler into the pool. In Houston, pools are everywhere; it seemed like a good idea to teach...
Finding Meaning in the Mundane
I remember the first time my daughter tasted an orange. She was the most adventurous out of all my children when it came to...
What Are Disney Movies Really Teaching Our Kids?
You’ve probably heard that there is growing controversy surrounding the remake of Beauty and The Beast and some of its characters. Groups are banning...
Loving a Child That Isn’t Yours :: Starting a Foster Care...
Earlier this year, my family and I started on a foster care journey that has changed our lives forever. We wanted to open up our home...
Cooking with Kids :: Using Books for Inspiration
Getting your kids involved is key to healthy eating. Cooking together teaches your children how much goes in to preparing food, and it provides...
How My HOA Fees Paid For That Playdate
My household pays about $1,000 a year in homeowner's association fees. To some, that may seem an exorbitant amount. But to us, it seems...
You Might Be A Toddler Mom If…
So you blissfully planned your sweet little one's second birthday. You are officially the mother of a toddler. Welcome to the chaos. Gone are...
Grocery Shopping From Home :: The Real Deal
I have five children. This makes our weekly grocery run a torturous and exhausting event. Our last excursion to the grocery store involved three...
Dear Mom, Let Me Raise My Kids
Having children has made me reflect on my own relationship with my mom, and to be quite honest - such introspection has really stirred up...
Why I Might Move Into My Local Library
You've probably seen the social media posts from friends who frequent the local library. From story time to cute craft projects with the kids,...













