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Pulling the Plug on the Pacifier

I thought after age two, it would be time to get our toddler to give up the pacifier. The question is how?

Ready, Set, Go!

It was months in the planning, and the effort was nothing short of organizing a peace summit. Of course the chance to leave town for even a day or two without taking the children along is a crazy notion.

Lassi Anyone?

It's a staple in my home: Lassi. No, I'm not talking about the collie Lassie, but lassi. It's an Indian yogurt drink and it's fabulous!

How I Almost Gave Birth in the Bushes

As Mother’s Day nears it’s not unusual to reflect upon the event that led up to the birth of your children. This is our story.

Honoring Those Who are Like Mothers on Mother’s Day

They say it takes a village to raise a child and I believe that includes having women other than biological mothers available as role models

Finding the Right Gift to Commemorate the School Year

The school year is rapidly coming to a close and graduations are on the horizon. That means one thing…gifts!

Irritating Words and Phrases

My husband does this silly thing with my 13-year-old daughter when she's talking. He will actually count the times the uses the word like in a sentence. It's one of the most annoying but common words that has invaded our language!

Celebrate Mom!

You have to agree: moms take the blame for just about everything that goes wrong! It's true! Just ask my kids!

Opposites Attract!!

My husband and I could be the poster children for the statement "opposites attract"! Taking a look at our differences and how they seem to work together.

Energy burst or burst of crazy?

If you're energized and you know it clap your hands! I think I am having second trimester "wonder woman" syndrome.

Stay Safe On The Slide

Keep this in mind next time you head to the playground, especially with smaller children.

Zoe is ONE!

Zoe is such a funny little girl and constantly keeps us laughing. I cannot believe my baby is one year old! Where has the time gone?

10 Mistakes Mommy Bloggers Make

Whatever your reason for blogging, if you are trying to attract an audience, here is a list of ten missteps that can make the difference between a full comment box and a comment box full of chirping crickets.

It’s an American Girl Birthday!

Every year I let my kids choose a theme for their parties. This year my daughter wanted an American Girl birthday. Last year, Olivia had a mermaid party and Jacob wanted a sports theme. Now, it’s all about the American Girl.

One More Week!

Before I had Claire, I thought by the end of maternity leave I'd be fluent in Spanish, have every drawer organized and a scrapbook completed.

Yarn Bombing

Is it about the Knitting or the Stories? What we learned from our grandmothers…

Crying In The Car Wash

What fears have your kids had, and how did you help them get past them?

Summer Plans

In less than a month, the kids will be home for the summer! Already, summer planning is under way.

Trees need TLC

We live on an acreage with a lake in our back yard. Yes, we get a great view of nature year round! We have a lot of landscaping which includes beautiful trees. But keeping those trees healthy and alive has been a real chore!

How Does Your Family Measure Up?

A checklist of activities or experiences that every child needs to try. I know my family hasn't accomplished all of them (yet)!

Wishing Time Away!

Why can't I be 5?!?! Teaching my daughter to enjoy the age she is and not to wish away her life.

Take Time for Breakfast

My daughter was out the door this morning with breakfast in hand: peanut butter toast and a bananna! Our alarm didn't go off and we slept in a little too much! Ouch!

Prom Time Silliness!

Yes, 'tis the season for sweaty palms and roller coaster emotions! High School prom season is in full swing. And, what a swing!

Be the Spider Slayer

How handy are you around the house? Sometimes you need to tangle with things you'd rather not get tangled up in but here's the list of 17 things every woman should know how to do in her own home.

The Jump-Juice Paradox

Is coffee making you lazy? A new study found that coffee's stimulant effect doesn't work on everyone. In fact, with highly motivated individuals, it can have a reverse effect.