I Love My Kids, But Thanksgiving Kicked My Butt
I am a working mom. I work full time. Five days a week. So when the Thanksgiving break arrived, I was excited for what I consider the kick off of the...
I think most people never realize what they are in for once a baby comes home from the hospital. They have an inkling of an idea, but that idea is shattered the moment they walk over the threshold into the...
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Teachers Are Magic Makers
It is no secret that teachers are amazing. They work tirelessly for hours on end to meet their students' needs day in and day out. Sometimes, though, they go that extra mile ... and that...
The day my son was born was one of the happiest days of my life. It’s true what they say -- when you have kids EVERYTHING changes. My priorities certainly shifted and I felt a kind of love that...
You are the real MVPs!
My children have been in your care for over a month, and I must say... BRAVO! I'm honestly not sure how you are pulling this off, but you are. Last school year ended abruptly. You...
With baby number one, expectant parents are exposed to so much advice. Some recommendations you take and treasure, while other advice you ignore as soon as you hear it. There are factors in that decision equation such as the...
Life right now seems like it's happening all at once. I'm so grateful for all that I have on my plate, but the kind of exhaustion that comes with being the parent of a three-year-old while pregnant on top...
Planning a child's birthday party is hard work. So much time, effort, and money goes into the process, especially during the early years when inviting an entire class from school is customary. Finding the space, ordering enough food, producing...
Disclosure: This post was sponsored by St. Martin's Episcopal School.
Top 10 Summer Activities That Get Kids to Try New Things
Ultimate Summer Bucket List
When it comes to the ultimate summer bucket list, St. Martin’s Episcopal School’s
Head of School Merry Sorrells...
When my daughter was born in June 2010, I had high hopes for pretty bows, mommy and me outfits, and a constant stream of runway-ready looks. BOY was I mistaken!
I taught her about personal hygiene (as a parent does)...
How The Kids Can Help With Outside Home Maintenance This Fall
At my house, we are in fall mode with fall sports, pulling out the decorations, and enjoying the cooler weather! One day, it's cooler sweater weather and the next...
The Five Golden Rules to Surviving the Holidays with Your In-laws
As the frenzy of Thanksgiving draws to an end, I would like to share a story about my relationship with my in-laws. I'm not from here. And apparently, it's...
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"Hey, can we start a single mom's club?"
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