I am officially throwing in the towel. I am done trying to convince my kids to do things that I think is best for them. I am going to step back and just watch and help out when they ask. Because they have to learn to do what they think they need to do. :: Keep Reading ::
3 Things To Do To Help Your Child Wind Down From The School Day
Back to school season is in full swing. It can be kind of hard to get kids back into the hang of things. They are going from three months of carefree summer days to back into a schedule. It can be hard to just turn that switch on. I know it is hard for me. So I know it can be hard for my kids as well. So they have to be allowed to adjust. But even when they get into the swing of things they need time to wind down when they get home. When I was a :: Keep Reading ::
His Last First Day Of High School
Today is a very bittersweet day today. Today my son is off to his last first day of high school. I can't believe my last baby is about to be officially out in the world. Well there is college but this is his final year where he is under my protective wing. Once he is done with high school all his choices are basically his own. I mean they have always been his own but he won't have to come and get my opinion. I do hope he will continue to ask for :: Keep Reading ::
Bullying Is Not A Sign Of Affection
I remember my very first bully. I was in fifth grade. There was a boy who forever reason just decided he didn't like me. I was new to the school. My family and I had only been living there for a few days when I started school it was already in session. I was a really quiet person. Especially when I didn't know anyone. At this point I had not yet met the two brothers who would become my brothers. I was just this girl who wanted to go home. New :: Keep Reading ::
The Thin Line Between Being Encouraging & Realisitic
As a mom I want my kids to shoot for the stars and fulfill their dreams. However I also want them to be realistic in their dreams and goals. So I try to be as realistic with them as I possibly can with them. So sometimes when they are talking to me about certain things I will be honest with them on whether or not I think they should do it or I will point out the work they need to do to achieve their goal. For example I know my son wants a job but :: Keep Reading ::
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