I feel like I’m already tired tomorrow…Does that sound like something you can relate to? Waking up tired but still can’t fall asleep at night? Have you ever gone through today, thinking about the nap you plan to take tomorrow?
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Journey is my summer baby! This year, I wanted to throw her a party that was just as fun and colorful as her personality. What better way to celebrate a summer birthday filled with color and fun than with a Luau Themed Back yard Birthday Bash!
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School gets out this month and I am sooooo excited! It’s almost time to disconnect, pull out the water toys and pack on the sunscreen! I’m always looking for cool things to do with the kids during the summer.
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Research suggests that children who do chores may exhibit higher self-esteem, are more responsible, and be better equipped to deal with frustration, adversity, and delayed gratification. Research also suggests that involving children in household tasks at an early age can have a positive impact later in life.
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When I was a child, I remember spending countless days up in my treehouse. Singing, writing, and playing with my dolls. I remember eating fresh baked cookies and riding my bike all around our neighborhood. I remember being carefree. Looking back, it wasn’t the toys I had, the family trips we took, or the things I had that made my childhood so memorable.
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As parents, our goal is to prepare our children to survive and thrive in the world. In order to be successful, they have to learn certain skills, such as problem-solving and conflict resolution. Your child’s ability to productively handle conflict can set them up for success.
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How you love yourself is how you teach your children to love themselves. When we criticize ourselves, speak unkindly about our appearance, or question our abilities, we unconsciously begin to set up insecurities in those who think the world of us, our children.
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You hear about the terrible twos, and the dreaded teen years but no one talks about what happens in between. The changes that occur when one day you’re getting cuddles and hugs from your child and the world revolves around your smile. Only to wake up one morning and realize those hugs and kisses have grown further apart.
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I know I get tired of my kids, but can I really get burned out? At first thought, it’s funny to imagine getting mommy burnout. I mean, we all get tired of our kids but to say I’m burned out on parenting is a bit extreme, right? WRONG!
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Do you believe in the Birth Order Theory? This popular, century-old theory is the belief that sibling personality differences lie in birth order. Psychiatrist and ‘Father of Individual Psychology’, Alfred Adler developed birth order theory in the 20th century. The theory claims that the order in which a child is born shapes their development and personality
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My 7-year-old child is very outgoing. While he has big dreams and big capabilities, he also struggles with the fear of failure. That fear is seen in his reactions to trying new things, taking a test over something he recently learned , or performing in front of groups of people. As his mother, I see all of him.
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I remember the days of lying in my bed, stereo turned up, listening to my favorite songs. Trying my best to drown out the voice of my mother and her never-ending ability to work my teenage nerves! Now that my son has reached the age of raging hormones, I am constantly reminded of how annoying I must have been to my mother!!
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If your child’s love language is quality time, then you are probably asked that same question several times a day like me! While it can be a bit much, making time to play with my daughter every day is a priority. And here’s why
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Feeling stressed? Overwhelmed? Or like you never have a second to yourself? I think we’ve all been there! As a matter of fact, a lot of us have been there. According to The American Institute of Stress, 33% of people report feeling extreme stress.
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A while ago, I promised my children transparency. I promised to never shield them from the mistakes I made growing up but use them as a way to establish an open and honest relationship.
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I don’t love my kids the same. If I did, I would miss out on loving them in the unique ways they each desire to be loved. Each of my children has very unique needs and all speak a different love language.
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These teenage hormones are a mutha! I told him his stank attitude is what breaks his skin out! My 14-year-old son is growing into a young man and even young men need a proper skincare routine.
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What is it that attracts us to flowers? Is it the vibrant colors? The soft crown of petals? Or the sweet fragrance that lures us into its beauty? Whatever it is, I fall victim to the beauty of every flower I pass.
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Everything requires a tune-up or some form of continuous maintenance. Our cars, computers, appliances, just about any and everything we use on a daily basis. This idea is no different when it comes to our spiritual life. In order for us to have a productive and fruitful spiritual life, we have to routinely check in with God. Asking him to cleanse our hearts and mind of hatred, unforgiveness, resentment, and jealousy. So that our life is truly a reflection of what’s in our heart.
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The beautiful thing about scripture is when we study a verse it can speak to us one way and then study it again, God can reveal a completely different meaning depending on what you’re going through or where you are in life. John 3:30 is one of those verses.
What motivates me? What’s important to me? What impact do I want to make in this life? I am constantly having to reevaluate my “why”.
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