We are more than halfway through the school year and let’s be honest. Our kids are beginning to check out. Heck! We are starting to check out. I usually last till Spring Break, but every day feels like Spring Break here in Hawaii. So, with the burnout, let’s think about the best time for my … [Read more…]
I have a tween daughter. If you have a tween son or daughter, I’m sure you understand the pain. And if you have a female tween you CAN REALLY relate. This child of mine is always complaining about not having easy access to her money at school or when she’s out and about. I found … [Read more…]
There’s nothing like a smile on a child’s face when they’ve reached a goal. The Softball Chef, Equestrian Girl Forever and Fashion Diva Girl all had the biggest smile the day we said, “yes, Carlos will be joining us in Hawaii.” No, I wasn’t going to actually leave him, but we told the girls they had … [Read more…]
MomJonz is excited to have a guest blogger. A DAD! Yes, let’s hear from Joel about his adventure into parenthood. Joel is a motivator, and I must say that he makes me rethink my purpose in life often. I’m 34 years old and for the…well…countless amount of times, I have a confession to … [Read more…]
Are you ready to meet Carlos the Maltese? I hope so, cause Carlos is going to share some of his adventures and antics with you. Carlos is our crazy little Maltese that we rehomed while stationed in Japan. He was 5 months old when he came to live with us. His original owner was … [Read more…]
Being the mother of Fashion Diva Girl is a tough job sometimes. This girl believes in looking FABULOUS at ALL times! There are days I just want her to wear a pair of jeans and a t-shirt, call it a day and go to school. Nope! In her mind, she should wear something glamorous each … [Read more…]
Do you remember when your first bundle of joy was born? You read all the What To Expect books and wanted to know every aspect of your pregnancy. Then when your bundle of joy was born, you ran out to purchase every baby book possible to ensure your precious one met every milestone at … [Read more…]
Do you remember that sweet jingle from the ice cream truck? Oh, yes! That sweet sound of summer came ringing through my door this afternoon. My kids were outside playing with Teddy and Carlos when Fashion Diva Girl (was Sassy Frass and then Debo) came running inside screaming the ice cream truck was coming up … [Read more…]
********Updated August 2020******** No matter what grade your child is entering, they MUST use a pencil. You can get away with not sending a binder or backpack (I highly recommend sending a backpack, though. ‘Cause they usually send home lots of important papers) on the first day. However, it’s a wise idea to send at … [Read more…]
We are on our first vacation of the summer. Between Sassy Frass and Carlos, they are going to drive me insane before our first full week. Neither will sit down! Let me set the scene for you. It’s HOT! The temperatures are high 90’s and we’re in the good ‘ole volunteer state. Sassy loves sitting … [Read more…]