The process of moving is one of the more stressful things a person can experience in their lifetime. Doing this with toddlers in your home may push you over the edge. We are experiencing the craziness of listing our home, showings and open houses now. My boys, who are four and three, love all things […]
I was walking through Kroger around Mother’s Day when I saw it: a mug on display featuring the hand illustrated note “Good Kids have Good Moms.” I wasn’t really trying to get punched in the emotional gut while picking up our weekly gallon of milk, but that’s what happened. I felt a bit embarrassed for […]
My oldest son is an easy breezy, go with the flow, doesn’t care what color shirt he has on type of a kid. Thank God. I thought the toddler years were going to be somewhat smooth sailing until my youngest turned two. We are not experiencing the typical “terrible two” behavior. I was prepared for […]
If you do a quick google search, you’ll find loads of articles that outline why children should not be allowed to share a bed with their parents. You’ll even find horrific tales of how toddlers sneaking into the master bed will make them severely co-dependent and cause separation anxiety; the kind of issues that will […]
While shopping for supplies for our Fourth of July Block Party, I stumbled upon some adorable Firecracker centerpieces. They had glitter! Ribbon! Pompoms! I mean, the tackiness level was so over the top I simply had to have them. Then? I saw the price tag. I didn’t need them that badly — not even at 40% off. Then I […]
Summer in Nashville brings to mind lazy days, ice cream treats, pools and water play, summer movies, summer camp, and some truly fantastic farmers markets. If you were at all like me as a kid, summer stretched out before you as a fantastic time for reading adventures. Happily, there are a ton of summer reading programs to help you encourage […]
I don’t think anyone can argue that motherhood isn’t busy. We mommas take care of our kiddos all day long in some form or fashion. Despite being a stay-at-home homeschooling mom, I struggle with finding special one-on-one time with each of my kids. One-on-one time is incredibly important for you and your child — my […]
The end of the school year and the beginning of Summer! May is one of the busiest months of the year, rivaled only by the holidays. If you’re looking for a way to spend day of fun, Nashville has got you covered this time of year! If we missed your favorite May event, make sure […]
I’ve been a runner since I was 12. A significant portion of my life has been spent running and racing . . . and running is truly one of the top things that makes me feel like me. So, it was only natural that a jogging stroller was one of my top baby shower gifts. […]
When I was younger…pre-kids era, I used to think that I would have three or four children that were spaced two to three years apart. Then life happened and before I knew it, I had three kids in three years. So much for my perfect little plan. My first bundle of joy was only […]
