A Day

Pitter patter of rain on the roof. Tip tapping on the window.          A chainsaw in the distance.Gentle chirping of birds...

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Comparing

I was talking with a friend about how I feel as a mom and a blogger. We both read blogs by homeschooling moms who seem to have it all together,...

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To be a Better Mom

Have you ever needed time away, time to regroup, time to change your thinking so you can be a better mom? Have you ever desired a change of...

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I am a Person

Several months ago I was in a little slump. I had caught a cold, was feeling down and I 'let my guard down'. After I was over my cold I noticed my...

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Stay at Home Mom

The other day I overheard two moms talking while my kiddos were playing. They were talking about the buttons kiddos push, having to 'deal with the...

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Mommy Monster

Sometimes I cringe when I hear my kids squeal this and run in the opposite direction. Especially when we are inside. But then I think 'they are...

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Thought for Thursday

© Photographer: Steve Alvarez | Agency: Dreamstime.comWhen it comes to your children what do you find yourself worrying about most often?

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Mom (Self) Forgiveness

I really needed to read this article from Power of Moms, but I didn't know it until I read it. I haven't been the nicest mom in the world lately...I...

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Boy Mom BlogHop!

Have you heard there is a Boy Mom BlogHop going on until July 23rd? I'm joining in the fun even if it is a little late in the game because I'm a...

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Memory Making

I love it when the boys are in to doing something 'different' than usual. I admit this is one of the reasons I had so much fun when we went creek...

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Another kind of hospital

Sun. Warmth. Ice cream. Italian ice. Treats like the old days with Dad. But this time I'm driving.Turning left. Up the hill. Around the...

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Hospital thoughts

Sunny day. Entering dark parking garage.Dark entryway. Sterile air inside closing doors.White walls. Winding corridors. Lonely elevator. Nurses...

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