KidLit Love: Chapter Books

KidLit Love: Chapter Books

May 14, 2012 |  by  |  2 Comments

When your children can sit for a longer reading period, it might be fun to try out a chapter book together. My oldest son and I still enjoy sharing a novel together now and then, and my younger two children are fans of listening to a chapter or two before

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Healthy Living: Setting the Example

Healthy Living: Setting the Example

May 14, 2012 |  by  |  No Comments

I have run four races in my life - all since December. My children have seen me run in every single one of them. They know I get up early or go for a run late at night. They have seen some of the sacrifices I have made to run

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Migraines and Motherhood

Migraines and Motherhood

May 11, 2012 |  by  |  No Comments

The past two days I’ve been incapacitated, barely able to come out of my room, stuck in the dark, head under my pillow, wishing to feel anything but the pain I’ve had. If you’ve ever had a migraine, or even a sinus headache, or even just a really bad headache,

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5 Ways to pamper yourself on Mother's Day

5 Ways to pamper yourself on Mother’s Day

May 11, 2012 |  by  |  No Comments

Mother's Day is this Sunday! If you're planning to take the "day off" this Mother's Day and indulge in some serious ME time, read on for my list of 5 ways to get some R&R. You deserve it! 1. Read. I'm looking forward to some uninterrupted reading. The weather is gorgeous

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Mother's Day traditions: Beyond brunch

Mother’s Day traditions: Beyond brunch

May 11, 2012 |  by  |  No Comments

If you don't have plans for Mother's Day yet, don't stress about it. Mother's Day isn't all about having a formal brunch or party. It's about spending time with the people you love. This year, consider starting a new Mother's Day tradition in your own family. Rent movies Rent a bunch of

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