We're back with another edition of our secret Mommy Confessions! We confess... While doing my bed time stories with my almost 2 year old I will sometimes skip pages because I am so tired and just want him to go to bed! (this only works with the younger kids!) When my husband is working late and I'm too tired we've been known to have fro yo for dinner. It's the best … [Read more...] about Mom Confessions – 2nd Edition
The Minivan Diaries
When Our Kids Hurt, We Hurt
Being a parent is incredibly rewarding and fills my heart with joy. Being a parent is also heartbreak waiting to happen. It starts when they're infants and you have to let them "cry it out". Then, they become toddlers, develop separation anxiety and cry when you leave them at daycare. It doesn't stop when they get older. Next it's a bully on the playground or feeling … [Read more...] about When Our Kids Hurt, We Hurt
Preparing for an Emergency {Safe room supplies}
Here in North Texas the Spring weather is very unpredictable. We've had a lot of bad weather lately so I decided it was probably a good idea to get a safe room 'supply' bag ready. It only took a few minutes to put together. Now I know in true emergencies you might not have time to even get to your safe area. I decided to go ahead and stock up on a few necessities that we … [Read more...] about Preparing for an Emergency {Safe room supplies}
Having a “Mom of Three” Moment
So far, so good. That's generally how I would describe my life now as a Mom of three young children. Well, if I'm being completely honest, I'd have to say "So far, so good, and sometimes...totally nuts." When my husband expressed his desire for a third child, it took me a long time to come around. My biggest concern was whether or not I have the emotional and physical … [Read more...] about Having a “Mom of Three” Moment
Oh the Places You’ll Go (and other special gift ideas)
I had lunch with a couple of fellow Moms the other day, and they opened my eyes to some very special and unique graduation gifts you can give to your children. But you have to start planning the gifts NOW when they're little. (If your children are already past the "little" ages, continue reading anyway - you can still execute some of these ideas!) Oh the Places You'll … [Read more...] about Oh the Places You’ll Go (and other special gift ideas)