One of the premises of Richard and Linda Eyre's book on not raising entitled children is that our children need to derive a strong sense of identity from their family unit. We want to make them love home so much that it seeps into their identities and gives them confidence in who they are. Lasting …
Beating Bedtime with One Simple Trick
For the most part, I write here about trying to figure it all out. The discovery process of being a mother. BUT, I do have a few tricks up my sleeve, and lately, I've been thinking I might as well share them! So here's the first . . . Months ago, I read a simple bedtime tip that has transformed how …
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Mexican Sprite
It makes me happy when I take something away from a restaurant that I can do at home. This Mexican Sprite is so easy to recreate, and it's a fun variation for a gathering. (I'd do this for the Super Bowl if I ever actually watched it!) Combine Sprite, a whole lot of lime wedges, and some torn mint …
When THE LIST Interferes
I love that nesting instinct. I've waited for it every pregnancy, and it has never failed me. The first time, I was solely concerned with getting the baby's room and things in order. The next time, I went on an organizing rampage. No drawer in our house was safe! This time, I'm itching to tackle it …
Stories Make Life Shine: “I’m here.”
My feet hit the floor at almost the exact moment that I hear his anguished cry. I know it's likely just a fleeting bad dream, but even before I'm fully conscious, I know I want to be there. He's standing—my beautiful four-year-old—next to his bed, blankie in hand. Bewildered, and with a few stray …
Recreational Companionship 2.0
My boys' recreational companionship for their dad just stepped up a notch! #myfouryearoldhasadirtbike #whydidntIseethiscoming #maybewebelonginthecountry …
