a mother is never alone in her thoughts
Preschool is a great opportunity to collect memories and focus on “unschooling” techniques. I love having the kids learn about nature by gardening with me or learn about math because we solved a snack problem. I also love to write down all their funny thoughts …
Cooking with your kids in the kitchen teaches useful, lifelong skills. My kids love it. But, that doesn’t mean it is always easy to stop and make time for the extra “help.” Today it was Dad’s idea that we get ingredients for Rice Krispie Treats. …
He’s coming! With every baby the denial period grows. I forget I’m pregnant all the time (less so now that he’s so active and cramped). I forget in just a few weeks I will get to meet our fourth kid. Even typing that out is …
With a black husband and three children that are mixed, black history is naturally important to our family year-round. Too often, the majority of black history is ignored for a white-washed version of the past. February gives us a chance to reevaluate how we incorporate …
Parenting is simple. As long as you don’t value privacy, like repeating yourself, plan on sharing all snacks, like repeating yourself and can keep a straight face no matter what happens. It’s is exhausting. It’s awesome, but exhausting. You get worn out in ways you …
Looking for the perfect game day wings? This Sweet Chili Cha Cha Wings recipe will rival any wings restaurant and have you licking your fingers with each bite. It took me a while to find the right blend of delicious sauce and baking technique, but …
Staying consistent might be one of the hardest parts of homeschooling. It’s hard to carve out time with toddlers to get into the schedule of regular lessons. But there are some simple tricks that have helped me stay on track. Learning Can Happen Anywhere My …
A lot of parents get intimidated at the idea of teaching their kids on their own. The fact is, while homeschooling might not be right for everyone, getting your child started on the right foot isn’t hard and can be a great bonding experience. Early …
Had a chance to take out just Kniya yesterday to the grocery store without the boys. I grabbed a coffee and a kid’s hot chocolate from our local Mocha Lounge before getting to the store. While walking through the aisles, Kniya had lots to ponder: …
I crave chocolate. I’ve always loved no bake cookies. It occurred to me that adding a few key ingredients would still make a great cookie, while adding protein and healthy fats to act more like a snack. They are more filling and less sugary than …