Us moms tend to spend a whole lot of time chasing after the kids, rushing out the door to work, and organizing the busy lives of an entire family. One of the things that can often slip by the wayside is home improvement. DIY home projects are a great way to teach your kids practical building skills and also bring a greater sense of life and space to the house where you spend much of your time. Siding Vancouver, our local siding … [Read more...]
A Letter to My Inspiring Tween
A letter to my inspiring tween from your mom… I sit here god-smacked that you are no longer a baby, but a tween. Wasn’t it just yesterday that we brought you home from the hospital? Yet, quite a few years have passed. You aren’t even really a little girl anymore. Furthermore, you are well on your way in your tween years. Today, you excitedly bound off the school bus wearing your Justice Emoji backpack. You … [Read more...]
Clueless Confessions from This Mom About Nights Out
"I know it sounds mental, but sometimes I have more fun vegging out than when I go partying. Maybe because my party clothes are so binding." - Cher from Clueless If I were to be completely honest, I have always loved fashion and getting dressed up, but on the flip side give me my yoga leggings, sweat pants of even pajama pants while I veg out reading at night with a good book and I am as happy as can be nowadays. But see back in the day, … [Read more...]
How Moms Can Indulge After the Kids Go to Bed W/Printable
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #BlissfulMoments #CollectiveBias A Recent Week's After-School Activities for My Girls: Monday Early Evening - The Science Fair Tuesday Late Afternoon - Religion Class Drop Off, Friend's Birthday Party Wednesday Early Eveing - After School Playdate Thursday Late Afternoon - Local Library Pizza Party Friday Afternoon/Evening - Dance … [Read more...]
5 Tips for What to Expect for Preschool Parents
It seems like only yesterday, my oldest was walking around our home telling us, "I want to go to school." This was over 3 years ago, as she is now 6 years old and on her way to first grade. But back then, she was happily just starting preschool for the very first time. And even though she was oh so excited to attend, she still was nervous in her own way for various reasons including this. But as a parent who has been there, … [Read more...]
Keep Calm It’s Friday Morning
"I want Olaf in my backpack!" This was shouted to me at 8:30 am on a Friday morning by my 5 year old. Mind you she had been up, getting ready for about 45 minutes and picked 5 minutes before we needed to be outside to catch the morning school bus for school. Did I mention this Friday morning in particular, it was snowing again? OK, we all know just how much I don't love the snow from here and here. Nevertheless, it was … [Read more...]
When Dr. Mom Knows Best
I am a huge believer that Mom's intuition does exist. I also feel that as moms (myself very much included) we do very much have to go with our gut instinct where our own kids are concerned. Six years in as a mom and countless times, I have been proven right, especially where most if not all comes up with both my girls, especially where doctors seem to have to be consulted. I never even had to pay the hefty medical school bills for this … [Read more...]
50 Shades of Poop Obsessed For Moms
Just another day of being a mom back in 2013 (I am digging way back into the time machine today) for me when the current craze amongst legions of women (myself included) was reading the newly released and now infamous book, 50 Shades of Grey, as well as taking care of two little girls who were recently potty trained (yes potty humor will follow soon). But in answer to the most sought upon question here, YES, I most definitely read the … [Read more...]
Down with Hearts for Moms
Hearts, Roses,Valentine's, oh my!! But I hate Valentine's day! There I said it and ripped that band-aid off - just plain, simple, direct and to the point. As a mother (and wife, too) have grown to loathe and disdain this Hallmark, made up holiday with all my might and power. Why you may ask am I so hostile towards this sugar coated day? Find out now why I say, "Down with Hearts for Mom" 1. Ode to the Hearts There are just so … [Read more...]