How do you feel when one of your kids accomplishes something? Do you shout it from the mountain tops or quietly revel in pride? Do you fear gushing...
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Christmas Traditions
Dec 10, 2014
It seems like every family celebrates Christmas in some way in their home, whether atheist, Jewish, African or Christ followers. Each involves...
Getting Kids Moving Indoors
Dec 8, 2014
As I sit writing this it is 20 degrees outside with a light wind that makes it feel -50! It seems like a good day to post a variety of ways I keep...
Melted Crayon Homemade Ornaments
Dec 5, 2014
Have you been enjoying this week of simple homemade Christmas ornaments you and your child can make together? This last one I'm sharing seems like...
Sweet Pea is Six!
Dec 1, 2014
Thanksgiving break is never a relaxing time for us. We celebrate Sweet Pea's birthday, celebrate Thanksgiving twice (once with each family) then...
Getting the new Mom is the Only Girl running
Nov 26, 2014
(This post contains affiliate links. Which means if you purchase the product by following the link provided, you will not be paying more in order...
Welcome to the new Mom is the Only Girl
Nov 25, 2014
Hi there! Are you with me in my new home? It took me a little longer to move than I ever imagined, but all the boxes are unpacked now, although not...
Child-like Faith
Oct 27, 2014
The other night as I was tucking five-year-old Sweet Pea in bed, he was really adamant I pray for something. I thought it would be for a new train...
One way to ease home-from-school-time
Oct 17, 2014
When the kids first went back to school I was having a really hard time when they came home at the end of their school day. I was in my own world...
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Oct 6, 2014
Show Your Support-Grab A Badge! Several years ago I attended my church's ladies' retreat and listened to a friend give her little devotional. I...
Separation Anxiety Resources
Jul 24, 2014
Five year old Sweet Pea has been going to Kindergarten Camp for three weeks and still has not gotten over his separation anxiety. The first several...
Let the Light in
Mar 21, 2014
There are some mornings I want to open the shades, let all the light in. It feels clean, bright, fresh.Other mornings I'd rather keep the shades...