About once a week, I see a social media post in one of my working moms’ groups from a desperate, busy mother. They’re wondering how they can possibly grow their career, spend time with their babies, exercise AND do all the things around the house. I have never spent too many calories on this particular…
Some family traditions evolve, but it’s fun to get ideas for new traditions too! I loved my family’s Christmas traditions when I was growing up. We always opened a sister gift on Christmas Eve and I can still hear my dad’s voice in my mind reading The Night Before Christmas. I remember listening to Raffi’s…
When I was a kid, I LOVED receiving Christmas cards. My family moved a few times when I was growing up and it was always so fun to receive updates from old neighbors and friends. Even though many of us don’t send many physical cards or letters anymore, Christmas is the one time a year…
The minimalist trend is gaining steam, but you don’t have to be a hardcore minimalist to want less stuff! Many busy families want to pare down their stuff so they can spend less time cleaning. Others just want to be able to find their favorite soccer ball or doll. If you’ve worked hard to declutter…
Have you ever had that deer in the headlights moment when grandma asks for your kid’s Christmas list and you haven’t given it one single thought yet? Yep, that’s me pretty much every year (sorry, mom)! This year, I’ve resolved to change. I’m going to actually plan ahead for Christmas. And, hey, my kids will…