At my last MOPS meeting, my friend Karen talked about peace. Peace and Motherhood: Can They Coexist? Karen had 3 boys within 4.5 years... they are now 7 and up. The woman has walked through the fire of being a mother of 3 preschool boys and is worthy to be listened...
Almost 3 years ago my son had his first seizures. When Your Child Has a Seizure Disorder I didn't witness my son's very first seizure. I found him lying on the floor. I thought he had choked on something. I gave him the Heimlich 3 times (the next day he said his...
Motherhood sure doesn't seem bring out the best in me. At least not like in my dreams. Motherhood... Before becoming a mom I had beautiful dreams: of patience and giving calm guidance; cooking with children under toe -- gleefully letting my cherubs crack the eggs and...
I went to one of my mom's group leader meetings a couple of weeks ago. As part of our meetings, we go through a small Bible study together. The question was asked, "Do you think God enjoys us?" Hmmm... The thoughts that swam through my mind flashed my my sinful heart...
We chose the Carnival Cruise Line for our anniversary getaway because it was the least expensive and their children's program takes children at age 2, and they do not need to be potty trained. Our First Cruise: Cruising with Young Children I read many reviews and it...
A speaker shared at my local MOPS group recently. On the topic of the Christmas holidays. Ideas to Help Simplify and Slow Down She spoke on simplifying the season and slowing it down. She shared that it is important for parents to create a relaxed and loving time...
We did it. We put the kids in bunk beds - in the same room. Bunk Bed Time! Yes, the same kids who taunt and crack each other up while apart - in separate bedrooms. Their first night was Thursday the 28th. I thought we'd get a head start and let them get used to...
Last weekend we went camping at Camp Casey on Whidbey Island. 13 Things I Learned at Family Camp 1. Double check the hooks beneath the bed you are sleeping on in a tent trailer. Sometimes they come undone when kids discover they are a fun way...
On Monday, July 19th I was at the pinnacle of frustration with my expanding waistline. I had mostly recovered from my lenient diet from camping and the 4th of July, but my shorts were all feeling miserably tight around the waist! That afternoon, I did 200 crunches...
Probably the most challenging issue in motherhood for me RIGHT NOW is whining. Whining and obeying. Sure, on the surface "whining" does not seem like such a terrible burden to have. However, at this season in my life it feels nearly insurmountable. At every decision...
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