Relinquish control! It’s not so easy, is it? Control is a word that many of us struggle with, and definitely one that I myself struggle with in a big way! I want to control everything in my environment; the big things, the little things, and all the things that fall in between. Aside from controlling things, of even greater concern is the desire many of us have to control the people in our lives, namely, our loved ones. I recently had a conversation with Katie Allen, founder of the blog, Allen the Family, and a woman who, like me, has struggled with wanting to control every aspect of her life. In this conversation she discusses…
Have you Seen These Free Lifestyle & Parenting Goodies?
I just added four additional free parenting and lifestyle goodies for you to enjoy! I have listed them below with clickable links. You can also find them…
Still in Love! Make Your Anniversary Special with Traditional Gifts
…we should always be celebrating one another with simple daily reminders of our love for each other. However, I believe an anniversary is a momentous occasion that is…one way that remains the same each and every year is giving each other traditional anniversary gifts. Below I have outlined a traditional anniversary gifts guide for each year up to…
Are Your Children Actually Tired of Doing Household Chores?
As children, my brothers and I grew up doing chores. I really don’t remember what age I was when I started doing chores…I have no doubt that I was already doing age appropriate chores as a child. My first memory of doing any sort of chores was washing dishes around the ages of six or seven. I also remember helping myself to my own cereal…
Why You Need know the Truth About Paying an Allowance
The word, chore(s) is such a drag…only children do chores…In thinking about our household responsibilities as adults, we rarely, if ever, consider them in the same category as our jobs. Our jobs are where are how we earn money. On the other hand, we do not get a paycheck for…contributing to the family by helping manage and maintain a comfortable home is one of the occasions where INtrinsic motivation is crucial…
How to Become Identity Strong in Motherhood?
The ONLY thing I remember her saying after talking about her two nearly grown daughters was, “I am my daughters’ mother. While marketing has been my lifelong career, I am and have always been a mother first.” Wow! Without having been a mother yet, I thought to myself…our identity, ALWAYS involves the circumstances surrounding our lives at any given time. And it nearly ALWAYS involves…
Help Your Child Stop Sucking that Thumb Now!
At first the thumb sucking was cute, adorable even…I always thought it was too soon to do anything about it. Everyone told me that he would eventually grow out of it on his own. So we let it go for a little while longer. However, once the little man turned four (we made) a big push to kick the habit to the ground and bury it for good.
Why You Need To Savor The Moments & Be Present
When we long for the past, we can easily become bitter and grief-ridden about our present. When we look to the future, we risk becoming disillusioned and fearful. Both the past and the future rob us of our hope and our joy in the present, making it impossible to embrace each season as we are in it.
Who Needs 10 More Simple Sensory Activities for Preschoolers?
…what mom doesn’t need a few more fun and simple sensory play activities for your toddlers to add to your afternoon play fun. And so I have taken some time to share below some of the fun we have been having in these last few weeks.
Becoming Like My Mom-The Better Qualities Of My Mother
As mothers, it is so easy to feel and truly believe ourselves inadequate. Being the best mother is constantly tugging at our hearts every moment of every day. But really, how can we know what is best in this world where social media, advertising, and even our friends are full of differing ideas and opinions? At best, we are left…