When dealing with misbehaviors (either your own or your child’s) you basically have two choices on how to handle them. Reactive or proactive. Choice number 1: reactive. Being reactive is the gut reaction that we have when we feel that a situation is spiraling out of control. That we are at the end… Keep Reading
Bereaved Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is on the horizon, and families are planning that something special for the women in their lives who mean so much to them. But behind every precious sentiment and heartfelt card, there is an emptiness that hides amongst their shadows. For every sweet note of a nighttime lullaby, every kiss and every hug,… Keep Reading
How to help your children tell the truth
Do you find yourself stretching the truth with your little ones? How do we expect them to tell the truth if they see little white lies coming out of the mouths of people they trust and look up to? Role model the behavior you want to see from your child. This means, telling the truth… Keep Reading
The Importance of Routines- Guest Blog Post
So way, way back in July (or June) Nicole asked me to do a little blog for her on the importance of routines. Since I wasn’t in the routine of being a guest blogger, I came up with a few reasons why I couldn’t do it, and when all else failed, I ignored her. Now… Keep Reading
I caved this year- Elf on the Shelf
Over the last few years I’ve seen Pinterest, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram be polluted from photos of a little red elf hiding in homes and making messes. Up until this year I was not interested in A) cleaning up after the little thing B) remembering to move it every night C) telling my daughter she… Keep Reading