Earlier this month, Melinda Gates shared what she feels is the most important statistic released each year. If you’re familiar with the Gates’ foundation, you’ll know that children’s health is one of their passions and it’s no surprise the UNICEF’s Child Survival Report is one that is monitored closely by them. The good news? The …
I really think my kids are smarter than me sometimes. Honestly, I think my (almost) two-year-old is the ringleader of the trio. She’s a little sponge of random information and sayings. We’ve learned to be very careful about what’s said and done in her presence. Imagine my surprise, when she started rambling off colors correctly …
Happy Birthday Son! It’s hard to believe that it’s been twelve years since my life did a complete 180. My oldest son made a surprise early arrival and has been keeping me on my toes ever since. It’s amazing how you have a plan for your life, the unexpected happens and you’re left with two …
Happy Resurrection Sunday to you all! Today is a day that many celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. Families gather for early morning services, family brunches, Easter egg hunts and to share in the joy and love of Christ. Last night, my younger two children and I spent the evening together practicing their speeches, looking for church …
Today is a very special day. My youngest son (middle child) turns 5 “all my fingers” years-old. I’d like to wish a very special Happy Birthday to my Baby Boy! We’ve been counting this day down since Christmas. He absolutely loves celebrating birthdays (not just his!) and has been narrowing down his cake and ice …
It’s something we’ve heard countless time – breakfast is the most important meal of the day. For school-aged children, this is definitely true. It helps kick them into gear and focus on learning. With the rising costs of everything (it seems) many families struggle to feed their children. I’m not just referring to families at …
Glancing through my timeline on Facebook last night, I saw the cutest little diva on the red carpet: Too adorable for me! And, I, who have been so far removed from all things current had to ask just who she was. Quvenzhane’ Wallis is a 9-year-old actress that was nominated this year for the Academy …
Teaching Kids To Save By Setting Goals My kids love to spend money. More importantly they love to spend my money. Money management is a skill that is definitely high on our list of priorities. I believe teaching my kids about saving is an essential life skill that should be taught as early as possible. …
“A beautiful and artistic soul, Grace was truly a gift from God and represented all that is good in this world” ~Obituary of Grace McDonnell, Newtown Bee
I ran out of gas this morning on the way to work. Yeah. I know. I completely forgot I was supposed to get gas yesterday. It was too late. Too cold. Too dark. And I was too tired Saturday night on my way home. Completely side-tracked until I got in the car this morning and …
Friday night my boys made this highly complex fort in my living room – complete with using every blanket, comforter and quilt they could put their hands on and all the chairs and stools from the kitchen and dining room. Shame on me, I have no pictures of it! Why? Because I was right there …