When I was a kid summer meant long days at the playground, wading in the creek, walking to the library,… Read more Planning a Simple Summer
Learning to Rest
As a mother of young children it often feels as though we must be on guard at all hours of the day and night. And in a way that is the case. Waking or sleeping, those children are our responsibility. However, we need rest, sleep, food, and entertainment.
Mama, You Have Earned That Tired
We often look at our accomplishments after a day and see nothing of significance. In actuality a lot was accomplished.
My kids are in school… Now what do I do?
What is a woman supposed to do when her all too independent children are out of the house from 7:45 AM to 3:15 PM most days of the week?
Five Easy, Dual Purpose Ways to Exercise in Late Pregnancy
Here are 5 dual purpose ways to get some movement in that won’t be a waste of time.
Self Care: How
Even confidence can be rebuilt when we routinely take the time necessary for our health, sanity, and at least one good hobby.
Self Care: Why
Nothing is one-size-fits-all, not even the amount of water people should drink each day to maintain healthy hydration. So, please know that what works for me won’t necessarily work for you, but it can be fun trying something different for a few days.
Stashed at Mary’s
Mothers of the young are not the only moms who could use a little time with other moms. Here’s a sweet memory from one of our writers, Lucinda Sutherland.
Forgetting to See the Happy
I did it again yesterday. I forgot to see the happy.
Daddy can help. Honest!
So why is it so difficult for me to ask for a moment of help from the man who also wanted a second child?
Motherhood Off Script 