When I was pregnant with my first baby I thought I was totally prepared for parenthood. After all, I read all the books, took all the classes and made up my mind about how it would all go down, from feeding to college. Then, nothing went as planned … [Read more...]
Parent Fight Over Kid’s Affections
May 9, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Our two older kids have such distinct personalities, The Husband and I haven't really tried to mold them in any such way. The third though, while totally unique in his own right, seems more interested in doing what dad and mom might do. I haven't … [Read more...]
Having Fun
April 26, 2013 By
You know why people love kids? They know how to have fun. In fact, some might say it's their purpose in life. That's why I loved teaching 8th graders. Most people feared them, but I relished their ability to find laughter and fun in nearly everything … [Read more...]
Talky-Tuesday: Grown-Up Surprises
April 23, 2013 By
It seems nearly every day something happens that causes me to pause and think, I can't believe this is my life. Sometimes it's in frustration, more often it's with wistful joy. No matter what, I'm always surprised. Watch the video to see how my … [Read more...]
The Importance of Family Dinner
April 18, 2013 By
Today I'm going to the first Family Dinner Conference. I know what you're thinking, there is a family dinner conference? The answer is yes and the reason is because family dinner is important and increasingly, a lost art. I've heard the … [Read more...]
Tuesday Talk-Kids and Apps
April 2, 2013 By
We are back at school this week but my sister is visiting and that means the kids have access to her phone whenever they flash their cute little grins. Watch below to see how I'm handling it and then please leave a comment (please, I'm desperate) … [Read more...]
Probiotics to Combat Winter Hitting My Kids
March 26, 2013 By
The first day of our spring break we woke up to snow. Yes, snow. We didn't let the weather stop us. We're on vacation in Maryland and we fully intend to spend time enjoying all that Washington, DC has to offer-no matter how the weather conspires … [Read more...]
Working Dads
March 21, 2013 By
This post originally appeared on Jersey Moms Blog. It's about a year old but seemed fitting today, both for my own husband and because I've been thinking about the uncle who inspired it. With so much talk of women leaning in and men wondering about … [Read more...]
The Wonder of 6,8,10
March 20, 2013 By
I knew from the very beginning that I wanted children who were children. Don't get me wrong, I love babies but they're not my favorite age. I love kids. Kids who are people and go easily on errands and make great lunch dates. I love … [Read more...]
Reading with LeapFrog: Flipping the Reluctant Reader Switch (Giveaway)
March 13, 2013 By
Thank you to LeapFrog for sponsoring this post. For more information about LeapFrog Reading Month, please visit their site It is no secret that I am a total bookworm. I'm such a literature lover that I devoted my early professional career to the … [Read more...]
