Jealousy in parenthood is hard. So many things to compare...so many people to do it with. Can we ever find happiness? My friends, jealousy is a really hard thing. It's hard to deal with, hard to admit you feel it, hard to try and get over. It's just hard. It shows up when you least expect it with the people you would like to think ...
raising kids
Before School Rule
As part of my 31 Days and 31 Ways to Be a Better Mom series, I wanted to share Our Before School Rule. Because if your house is anything like mine, that one or two crucial hours before the tardy bell rings have the potential to be the worst part of your day! I'm so excited you're back today to join me on this journey over the next 31 days! If you're a new ...
Get Your Kids To Listen The First Time
The "trick" to get your kids to listen the first time lies more in the changes WE can make as parents instead of changing our kids. If you are tired of yelling "Make up your bed" only to walk upstairs and see covers undone, read on... "Come downstairs and get your shoes on....we are late!!!" I yell loudly to my two girls up the stairs. To be honest, it's my mantra every day ...
Don’t Just Tell Her She’s Pretty
With so much focus on looks these days, I have 2 beautiful daughters but for either one, please don't just tell her she's pretty. Our kids are so much more than just their appearance....boy or girl! Not long ago, a friend and I were discussing who we "chose" for our kids' upcoming school year. Our school district has an interesting system where you actually get a chance to put down your ...
