Can I Tell You Something?

Can I Tell You Something?

My kids ask me the same question almost every day, “Mom, can I tell you something?” I have made it a thing to always respond the same way every time, “Always.” It’s to the point that after Ella asks me that question, she then giggles...
Maybe It’s Time to Quit

Maybe It’s Time to Quit

Maybe it’s time to quit something. During this quarantine, we have all been forced to break out of our routines and pause on a lot of things that have been a part of our rhythms for years.  Activities, committees, gatherings…. some of these things are missed,...
Last Day of School!

Last Day of School!

Oh, the last day of school. I have really fun memories of being a kid and rushing out to summer with all of my papers, end of year awards, and used-up school supplies. It was a feeling of freedom.  This year, that picture won’t quite look the same.  We have...
Finish the School Year Strong!

Finish the School Year Strong!

Friends, we have one month left! One month left of having our kiddos in our newly established “Home Schools,” and then some version of summer will happen. Summer might look different this year, but I can tell you as a homeschooling momma for many years,...
Create An Emotionally Healthy Home

Create An Emotionally Healthy Home

Well, this was not the plan. I’m pretty sure that everyone has said something like that as we all have rearranged our schedules, plans… life over the past few months.  To say that this type of change can bring about some stress is a huge understatement! I’m finding...