Disclosure: I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for MetLife. I received a promotional item as a thank you for participating. What is your family doing for Mother's Day? Our family is starting our celebration early with a four generation ladies tea on Friday. I am quite excited. Then on Sunday we are going to have brunch. We are still debating if we will go to a local restaurant favorite or if we will have the men make us a vegan breakfast burrito bar. Hmm... … [Read more...]
Refueling at the End of the Day
Thank you Quaker for sponsoring today's discussion. A mom's life is always busy. We travel so much and stay quite busy it seems like life is flying by. Does it ever feel like life is going by too fast for you? When we are home finally, there is always so much to do, I can't seem to catch up. This week since we arrived home from Arkansas, life has been hectic. With taxes, USPS mail, boxes from FedEx and UPS, house clean up, laundry, visiting family and friends, blog catch up, and normal … [Read more...]
A Fun Mother’s Day Gift: Parental Guidance Movie
After traveling home from Arkansas this weekend, I was so happy to be in my own bed. To sit on my own couch. It is just a great feeling. In the evening I had my own time. "Me Time" and I was happy to be able to watch a new movie Parental Guidance. About Parental Guidance Billy Crystal, Bette Midler and Marisa Tomei prove that laughter is relative in this hilarious comedy that’s fun for the whole family! Old-school grandparents Artie and Diane get more than they bargained for when they … [Read more...]
Early Childhood Bullying: End it Early
As I watch my 5 year old playing with other children as we travel around the country, I have realized that she is just learning how to interact well with other kids. It is my job as a parent to teach her how to interact and play with other kids in a positive way. According to stopbullying.gov children between the ages of 3-5 are learning how to get along, cooperate, share their feelings, and understand their feelings. There have been a few times when I have felt that my daughter has been … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding in Public Has Never Been Easier
Since we travel a lot. I breastfeed in public a lot. That is okay. My 10 month old loves to eat and I love being able to give him the best nutrition possible. Last week I talked about breastfeeding while traveling, and though breastfeeding in public is a necessity, I do like to keep covered as best I can. Enter Bamboobies Nursing Shawl. This chic nursing shawl is now my favorite go to cover up while breastfeeding in public. About Bamboobies: Bamboobies is committed to helping … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding at 10 Months and 5 Uses for Lanolin
My Little Man is now 10 months old! It is hard to believe. I am still breastfeeding and now that he has a stronger suck and teeth (gasp!) I am so glad to have Thyme Maternity's Soothing Therapy Relieve Nipple Ointment. Do you know what Lanolin is? This pure lanolin ointment soothes and relieves the discomfort associated with breastfeeding. 5 Other Reasons I Love Lanolin Chapped Lips - Spring arrived and cold weather came. My lips are disgusting. Really. I needed this. Chapped and … [Read more...]
Hey! I am a Good Mother, Right?
We get prayer requests turned in during our seminars. I usually type them up in one file and email it to the local pastor we are working with. This last week we had a few prayer requests turned in about children: Children in trouble. Children whose parents are hooked on meth. Children who won't let their parents see the grand kids. Children who left the church. Which has convicted me once more. I need to be really praying for these two children of mine. Each day it seems that … [Read more...]
