About The 5 Love Languages of Children To be their best, children need to feel loved. But if you and your child speak different love languages, your affection might get lost in translation, affecting the child’s attitude, behavior, and development. Dr. Gary Chapman’s groundbreaking Five Love Languages series has helped millions of couples communicate love more clearly, and Dr. Ross Campbell M.D. has applied the innovative system to children as well. The 5 Love Languages of Children gives … [Read more...]
Easter Traditions
Mariah: With Easter right around the corner, I have been thinking about the traditions that I want to start with my son . Last year he was only 4 months old but we still went to spend the day with family and have a big family Easter Egg Hunt. We will do that again this year. I will also get out his personalized Easter basket and fill it with some goodies. I'm trying to decide how to handle decorating eggs with a toddler. What are your Easter traditions or some activities that you would like to … [Read more...]
Volunteer Your Time
You know when you come across a blog post that makes you want to do more? A post that convicts you, and makes you feel like getting up and being active? That is what Tara's post at Everyday Ramblings of My Life did today. When my husband and I moved to Northern California, back in the day, I could not find a job. We were renting a house, it was summer time, it was hot, I didn't know anyone, and I was miserable. Finally, I decided if I couldn't find a job, I would volunteer. I called the local … [Read more...]
Swimming Hair Care Tips
My Princess has been well past the stage of needing a hair cut. She wanted long hair so badly, that I let it grow. But the thing is, it was not really growing. Instead, with all her swimming, her hair was getting very badly damaged. We use natural shampoo for her as well as a natural detangler, but she was whining everyday about her hair being brushed. So after a month of swimming in the pool in Iowa {literally almost everyday}, I told her that we were going for a haircut. I explained, … [Read more...]
Choosing to Homeschool
I have teamed up with some fabulous Mommy bloggers on Facebook to discuss "current events" of parenting and mommyhood! I adore each of these ladies and am so excited to be a part of something so fun! This week's moms include Cyndy from Mama Does It All, Ashley from Maryland Momma's Rambles & Reviews, Darcy from Tales From the Nursery, Kathleen from Callista's Ramblings, Heather from Full Price? Never!, Ghada from Mama Goes BAM, LaVonne from Long Wait for Isabella, Mariah from Formula Mom, … [Read more...]
Real Christianity
When you visit Amazon, you can find thousands of free Kindle books. I am thankful that many of these Kindle freebies are Christian books. I have added many of these Kindle books to my cell phone, so when I am sitting somewhere, I can easily open my Kindle app and read great books. You can also get an app for your computer, iPod, and more. This week I started a book, Buck Naked Faith, by Eric Sandras, that has resonated with me. I have been under conviction about my character flaws, and … [Read more...]
Speech Delays
It is that time again for a Mommy Mindset discussion. This week we are talking about speech delays and our children. Lena: My kids are not early talkers and I get that each kid goes at his own speed. However, I cannot help myself - I compare my kids to other kids. My friend's 2 yo daughter speaks almost as good as my 4 yo, and my 2.5 yo boy finally started pointing instead of screaming when he wants something. Gena: Lena, do you speak more than one language at home? I've heard that can delay … [Read more...]
