Rainy Day Activities
Rainy days can make for some very bored kids. Bored kids can make trouble. No…
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♥ Raising a Family ♥
Must-Read Books For Kids
There are some books that you just know need to go on your reading list…
Teaching Empathy to Kids in an All-About-Me World
There are so many values to teach our children, right? Empathy can be a…
What To Do When Your Child Is Having Nightmares
Your child is having nightmares. They can’t sleep, so they sure as heck aren’t going…
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♥ Homeschool or Bust ♥
Alphabet – Free Printables
I hope you enjoy my UPDATED free Alphabet Morning Board printables! Your free download will…
Best Math Toys and Games for Preschool & Kindergarten
Does it matter if you use math toys and games for preschool and kindergarten? Teaching…
Morning Board Free Printables
I hope you enjoy my UPDATED free Morning Board printables! Your free download will include…
Nature Scavenger Hunt – Free Printable
This free printable Nature Scavenger Hunt is a great lesson starter, when you discuss the…
More for any level of parent teaching >
♥ Mom Life Unfiltered ♥
Teaching Empathy to Kids in an All-About-Me World
There are so many values to teach our children, right? Empathy can be a…
It’s Time to Schedule Your Midlife Crisis
So many questions… It’s almost a rite of passage in a person’s life. The panic…
5 Topics To Argue About On Social Media
The political climate has turned good friends into hated enemies of late. Especially on social…
Is the Romance Over? 10 Reasons He Doesn’t Bring You Flowers Anymore
You’re starting to panic. You just realized that you can’t remember the last time he…
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♥ All About Dogs ♥
Our Better Best Friends
Man’s best friend. Dogs carry this title for a reason. Put simply, they are loyal…
Do Pets Make Good Gifts?
PETS AS GIFTS The holidays get a lot of people thinking of a puppy or…
Tips to Keep Your Dog Safe!
I’ve finished up my safety tips for the humans, and you know I can’t leave…
Saving an Animal’s Life: Could You Do It?
I love animals. Do you? Well, I love most. Some gross me out. But, I…
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♥ Living With ♥
Living With – (And Owning) Mental Illness
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. I haven’t been shy about bringing up my struggles…
Living With – The Loss of a Parent
You can’t ask people that. You just can’t. It’s way overstepping personal boundaries. You’re trying…
Living With – a Child with a Speech Delay
My little Sunshine said “fart” tonight. This was a big moment for our family. Because…
Living With – A Child With FPIES
An empty plate. That’s all I could think about as I read Joy’s story. Her…
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♥ Recipes & Meal Planning ♥
Balsamic Chicken Alfredo with Avocado and Havarti
Every now and then I remember that I used to enjoy cooking. You know, when…
Banana Bread – Fast and Easy!
Wait a minute. Did I just sub-title this after my husband’s ex? Anyway, I am…
Honey Wheat and Apple Stuffing
Are you tired of the same old family recipe for stuffing? Of course not! But,…
Crock Pot Honey Garlic Pork Roast with Pears
This crock pot honey garlic pork roast is so delicious, and can be prepared two…