The slow cooker is just about the best invention EVER. Especially for busy moms or people dealing with food allergies. We are entering ‘slow cooker season’ now that fall is upon us. It’s my favorite time of year because it … Continue reading →
“Wait, they used to do what!?!” That was my reaction when I found out how people with disabilities used to be treated. You see, in the not-so-distant past it was common practice for kids with special needs to be institutionalized. … Continue reading →
Red Alert! We’re going to get into something controversial here. Let’s all try to stay kind and respectful, okay? I don’t want to offend any of you, but I have to be honest. Nuts don’t belong in banana bread. GASP! … Continue reading →
“This year I’m going to stop eating junk food, give up soda, and exercise an hour a day.” This (or something like it) is said by millions of people around the world at the end of every December. Without fail, … Continue reading →
As I looked down at the rather unpleasant stain on my shirt I whispered to my husband, “Ummm….we’ve got a problem here!” It was our first time flying with kids and we had what I like to refer to as … Continue reading →
Birthdays are a big deal in our house. The kids get to choose a special breakfast, dinner, and dessert on their big day. Pancakes have always topped the list of breakfast requests. I made them so often I had the … Continue reading →
Have your days started to feel like drudgery? Is it a toss-up over who is more bored by school, you or your kids? Do the words “this is boring” get tossed around far too often? If so, you may be … Continue reading →
“Babe, I don’t think we’re going to make it to the homeschool conference this year, ” I sighed, tears welling up in my eyes. I was crushed. I didn’t think I was well enough to go. My mysterious health problems … Continue reading →
Earth Week is like the moldy container of leftovers at the back of the fridge. I always mean to get around to dealing with it. My intentions are good, but inevitably it ends up forgotten and neglected. Not this year, … Continue reading →
Want to know one of the words I hate the most? Supermom. I just can’t stand the word supermom. It rubs me the wrong way. There are a number of reasons, but the biggest is that there is no such … Continue reading →
