I failed at Pinterest and came out OK. Pinterest and I have a love-hate relationship. But I’m coming to terms with having failed as a Pinterest mom and am still able to have a meaningful life. It’s possible. I’ll show you. Love it or hate it, I’ve learned that Pinterest is a must-do to help get …
Raising boys: There will be nudity.
I’m learning a lot raising boys. Like just how much they love to be naked. Completely nude. I suppose little kids, in general, do. But as the mother of three boys, I think especially boys love to be naked . . . as often as they can and for as long as they can. Wherever they …
Baby is growing up: A virtual time machine of memories
Baby is growing up: A virtual time machine of memories My baby is growing up. He’s turning 3 very soon. He just learned (on his own, because my heart couldn’t handle correcting him on this one) to say “I want you to hold me” instead of gazing at me with those deep brown eyes and …
Living with Hungry Boys: The Mommy Diet
Hungry boys — a big part of the adventure of being a mother of sons. Mothers of boys know — and we hear it all the time — “boys are always hungry.” So far it seems to be true, even after I confirm their bellies are full. Now, what can I eat? Disclosure of Material Connection: Some …
Raising Boys to Dream Big. Always.
Raising Boys: Dream Big and Never Stop Reaching As a mom of three boys, I know this to be true: raising boys is an adventure, and life is complicated. We’re under pressure as parents, and our kids are under pressure, too, as they navigate through the ups and downs and obstacles that come their way. …
School shopping – with a son. One boy’s adventure.
School shopping . . . with a son. It’s that time of year again — back-to-school shopping season is in full swing! For one brief moment, I envisioned a back-to-school shopping trip with my two school-age sons: Which shirts will they pick out? Will they want high top sneakers or boat shoes? Will they finally …
Obstacle Course Birthday Party: Wipeout theme
Host an Obstacle Course Wipeout Theme Party Obstacle Course and Ice Cream Tower Contest! Messy and Delicious Fun for Boys: For R’s 8th birthday this year, we decided to make a Wipeout-themed outdoor party. We’ve had parties at bouncy house places in the past and have loved them, but this year, we wanted something that …
Vacation with Boys: What I re-learned
Vacation with Boys: Shirtless at the shore, kicking sand Our family vacation. It begins every year with a smartly packed minivan that somehow ends up over-filled before leaving our driveway, sentencing me to a 3 1/2 hour drive with no legroom. But I don’t mind. It’s my week away with my family, a chance to …
Lessons from a jiggly mom-tush
Your body changes after having kids, but I love my boys and I love chocolate: 5 Lessons from a jiggly mom-tush I grew up as a dancer – tap, jazz, ballet, modern and even a little flamenco. Many hours a week from age 5 through my late 20s were spent dancing — moving through life …
Move over, Mom!
Sleep deprived, with little feet in my back and on my head. #motherofboys #boys #mobtruths #parenting #norestfortheweary Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or …