I don’t know about you, but what I love spending my money on the most is fun things to do with the kids. Things like going out on day trips, treating them to some new outdoor toys, or getting together for a big, delicious family meal. Of course, there are some tactics you can use…
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Summer with the Senior Citizens
Spending the summer with the senior citizens can be more trying than with just the kids. Since the adults already know the hinges they like and things they don’t they tend to be much more picky. On top of all that getting them to pay attention to how hot it is can be difficult. Here…
Things Every Free-Spirited Mom-To-Be Should Consider
Source: Pixabay You’re an easygoing, fly-by-the-seat-of-your-pants nonconformist, and you just found out you’re pregnant. There’s so much exciting stuff headed your way, and while your disregard for societal norms will help you navigate the process with happiness and grace, there are a few places where planning and toeing the line is important to keep you…
Can I Have a Polar Bear?
My uncle asked me this not too long ago being funny. We were watching something on television and he looked up and said “I want a polar bear. Can I have one?” I laughed it off and thought that was that. After all no one would really want a polar bear and the kids know…
Happy Fourth of July
It’s the 4th of July and I don’t know about all of you but we will be spending with family and friends. We already have plans in the works and currently I am most likely prepping things for this afternoon. One of the things I love about spending the 4th at my brothers is that…
The Worst Stain Ever!
As a mother I have encountered so many different stains that truthfully little fazes me anymore. However there was once a stain that was not only so bad but so surprising that I couldn’t believe it. This was years before I had children of my own. My niece was staying at Ma’s and my mother…
Memorial Day
I will be taking the entire weekend off to celebrate Memorial Day with my family. As a proud member of an extremely military family I want to take a moment (early) to say THANK YOU to each and every member of the Armed Forces for all of the things they do. I would like to…
Honor Him with Incredibly Thoughtful Father’s Day Gifts
Since childhood, you were on his shoulders high up in the sky. A friend, a nurturer, his love has always made you fly! Our daddies are the best thing, nature has blessed us with. An angel in suits and tuxedos, unlike Superman he wears boxers instead of super cool undies. He is an awesome BFF…
3 Favorite Mother’s Day Items from JCPenney
Mother’s Day is fast approaching and I don’t know about all of you but I still have no idea what to get Ma. Thank goodness for JCPenney because without their suggestions I would be lost. I have things narrowed down to three items and I am hoping you all will share which of the three…
Fun Summer Activities to Teach Your Teenagers Life Skills
Most teenagers look forward to school being out so they can hang out with friends and rid themselves of the restraints of school and homework, leaving themselves free to enjoy the sunshine. However, to some parents this upcoming summer can be an opportunity to teach their children some very important life skills that will set…
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