My kindergartner gave his snacks to a new classmate today, and I am blown away by his compassion. Grateful for this one’s heart. It was a normal pick-up from school. We talked about his day, and how he played police officers on the playground with his friends. As I normally do, I asked if he … Continue reading My Son Gave His Snacks to a Classmate
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When Life Feels Overwhelming
Life feels overwhelming at the moment. At the end of every week, I find myself muttering, "oh, what a week." Week after week after week. I am currently working a hybrid schedule, where I work in the office 50% time and at home 50% time. This has certainly been an adjustment, but I am enjoying … Continue reading When Life Feels Overwhelming
Housekeeping and Motherhood: Reflections from Our First Foster Care Surprise Visit
Let's talk housekeeping and motherhood. Do you often look around your house wondering what exploded in there and when? Dishes piled in the sink. Dirty clothes piled on the bedroom floor. Toys strewn about everywhere. How about those markers and dirty handprints on the walls? The dust accumulating on the blinds? By the way, when … Continue reading Housekeeping and Motherhood: Reflections from Our First Foster Care Surprise Visit
5 Home Routines Every Working Family Needs
For a family with one or more parents working outside the home, it is straight up survival mode some days. These are the top five home routines every working family needs to start right now. These routines will save your sanity in the mornings when you are trying to get everyone out of the door … Continue reading 5 Home Routines Every Working Family Needs