Raising Kids
The situation had “meltdown” written all over it. It was a fun, yet incredibly long day at the zoo for the kids. I knew our oldest - a strong willed child - wasn’t going to want to leave. In his mind, we could sleep there with the animals and everything would be perfect. As we prepared to break the news, hangry and tired washed over my [...]
Archives for October 2021
Schedule / Routine75+ Simple Ways to Promote Independence in Kids (aka Life Skills)
It always started with an explosion of whining before dinner time each night. As a parent I wanted to raise independent children, but I found myself in rut with a child who wanted everything done for him. Naturally, there was incessant whining. I would stand at the stove cooking potatoes, vegetables or [...]
How to Easily Teach Kids Perseverance (Hint: Do Less)
When I was a little girl growing up in the Midwest, my dad and I spent most evenings playing Trivial Pursuit for Kids at the kitchen table. I didn't realize it at the time, but I was in the midst of a life lesson called teaching perseverance to kids. Each night, I desperately wanted to fill my colored trivial pursuit pie before my [...]
Mom LifeMy Favorite Things Family Gift Guide 2021
I hope you are rounding out a wonderful 2021! Each year a love to share a few things that we used and loved throughout the seasons. We spent a significant amount of time camping in the Southwest USA and visiting family in the Midwest. These are the top themes that come to mind when I think of 2021: Post contains affiliate [...]
