I got up this morning with a mission to help my daughter. As a homework assignment, she was asked to gather pictures of herself which capture her favorite things. As I began skimming through files of photos on my computer, you would have thought I was spending most of my time smiling and reminiscing aboutContinue reading “I’m Not Going There”
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A Simple Solution for a Chaotic Life
One of the best things I learned as a first year teacher was, when I got overwhelmed, to take a step back and try to SIMPLIFY the situation. I am especially grateful that I figured it out before I had kids because I can’t imagine my life without it! Are you overwhelmed about house projects? Continue reading “A Simple Solution for a Chaotic Life”
They Are Paying Attention!
Today I got an email forward from my mom that really made me think. It was a beautiful poem about what goes on in the mind of a child when we ThInK they aren’t looking. There are so many times I clean up the toys only to have them scattered around the house an hourContinue reading “They Are Paying Attention!”
Best Parenting Advice
Of all of the great words of WiSdOm given to me by parents with years of experience, the best AdviCe was this: Always give ultimatums that benefit YOU! This advice is something I utilize numerous times a day. When my kiddo doesn’t want to take a nap I ask, “Do you want me to readContinue reading “Best Parenting Advice”
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