Spring is here and it's time to start making some easier meals in the kitchen. We are really busy this time of year (like most families) with sports and school events. I'm always in need of a fast and delicious meal everyone will enjoy. Turkey Frito Pie is a hit in our house! Turkey Frito Pie: 1 lb of turkey (or ground meat) 1 package of taco seasoning 1 can of black ... Read More
5 Things I Have Learned About Toddler Boys
It seems like just yesterday I was leaving the hospital with my sweet baby boy. I had no idea how to do boy stuff since my first child was a girl. I quickly learned that boys are VERY different from girls! *Boys are Loud: There is no quiet time at our house unless he's asleep. Boys are just loud! Screaming with madness or happiness. Calling out our names. The hours he is ... Read More
Dealing with an Anxious Child
When my daughter started kindergarten all our dreams came true for her. She attended an amazing school, she had an awesome teacher, and she made some wonderful friends. She was way more outgoing than we thought she'd be. She had absolutely no problems at all (except liking to go socialize in the bathroom too much!). The summer before 1st grade was smooth too. We swam almost ... Read More
My Baby is in Speech Therapy
After my handsome baby boy was born I started comparing. He was my 2nd child and I thought I knew how things were supposed to go. I found myself constantly saying "Well, she didn't do that." or "How come he hasn't done that yet? " I know you are not supposed to compare but as a mother it is very hard. Especially when it's your 2nd child and you know a little more :) When ... Read More
It’s All Temporary
I chatted with a fellow teacher the other day at school that gave me some wise words. Words I've heard before but really didn't sink in until later. We hadn't seen each other in awhile so we were catching up on my kids and husbands newish job (we used to teach at the same school, but we don't anymore). Maybe she heard the stress in my voice when I was talking about my Coach ... Read More