I am not sure why I am sharing this story because you might get to know me too well. But this event was the highlight of my week and I want to remember the moment always.

I can hear you now. “What the heck is she talking about? 2013 Fruits and Veggies in 2013? Let me explain. First I am NOT talking about trying 2013 different fruits and veggies or 2013 new recipes.  I am not even talking about making my kids eat 2013 fruits and…

I have this limiting belief that good moms go places with their kids and take them on excursions. Good moms plan fun activities and give their children new experiences. So when I can’t or don’t do this, I have some guilt. I engage in some negative self-talk and think that I am a bad mom.

My sister in law, Leah, inspired me this Christmas. She wrapped every gift with thought and care. Each one was wrapped in Kraft paper with unique embellishments. She hand crafted toys for her son. She put much time and thought into her husband’s gift. I on the other hand…

What do Sex and Santa have in common? (Oh the fun we could have with that question, but this is a family blog people, so I will keep my responses clean and appropriate and to the point of this post.)

Monday was supposed to be a fun and festive day. But instead I was woken up in the middle of the night by a certain cry. You know the cry that sounds just enough different that you know something is wrong. You know your child is sick and you instinctively know that your plans for the next day are wiped out.