Better Communication

I have found that asking my kids: "How was your day?" or "How was school today?" is not enough. I usually get the "fine" answer. I have to ask specific... read more

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LeapFrog Letter Factory

I have to admit I am not the best teacher for my children (thank heaven for school)! I also have to admit I am in my car way too much.... read more

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It Doesn't Have to be Perfect

I learned a long time ago that our kids are not going to put things away the way we do (husbands either for that matter). I knew that my children... read more

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One Thing at a Time

I have realized that asking your child, of any age, to just "clean your room" is totally overwhelming. I don't even like to hear it. When I make my daily... read more

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Thank You for Making Me a Mom!

Every Mother's Day, I give each of my children a copy of a favorite book to thank them for making me a mom. I write a special note to them... read more

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Write It Down!

Another blatant advertisement for this website. I love the Daybook option. A great friend of mine, Anita, once told me if you don't write it down, or document it, it... read more

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Make It a Race!

My son is what we would like to call a "pacer." He likes to go at his own pace. When it was taking him a long time to get ready... read more

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Time for You

In my experiences as a mom I have realized that I am able to take better care of my baby when I still make sure I take care of myself... read more

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Embrace the Time You Have

For a child, a pre-teen, who may get bored just at the time you want some "me" time, here are a few ideas and thoughts from a Grandma.

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Square Foot Gardening: No Weeding!

I started my garden and I have found the best way to do it without all the weeding!! It is called Square Foot Gardening! It it amazing.

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