Summer break is quickly approaching, and I have summer break with tweens! Â OH MY! Â I mean, it will be here before we can blink. Â The last day of school for my crew is today, May 26. YIKES!!! Â So, the one question my kids always ask, “so, mother, what are we doing this summer?” Â
Here it comes, the moment that kids have been anticipating since Christmas… summer break! How you feel about summer break might be a little different, though. I mean, sure, it’s nice to have more opportunity to spend quality time with your kids. Summer is a great time for family activities, parties, and vacations. However, it … [Read more…]
This house is full of Divas. Â A house of 4 Divas can be a bit interesting. Add a house of Divas with a lot of hair and living in Hawaii makes it even more interesting. Yes, the weather is always beautiful, but add humidity and natural hair to the mix. Â Boy, oh boy. Â I came … [Read more…]
If you’re like me you do not believe kids know best about their lives. They are still young, learning and need guidance. Â Well, sometimes kids DO know best. Â We don’t always want to listen to them, but we must admit when they are correct. It’s Spring Break, and I wanted to hit the Island for … [Read more…]
Being a parent is one of the hardest jobs in the world. After all, you’re responsible for making sure that a little slice of the next generation is going to grow up into a stable, balanced person. No pressure! However, parenting is also one of the most fulfilling jobs that a person can have. Seeing … [Read more…]
As we explore our new neighborhood, I see a lot of little preschoolers. This got me thinking about all the fun toys my kids played with at this age. Â My mind goes into overdrive each and everyday thinking of all the favorite toys for 3 years olds. Â And of course, I had to ask my … [Read more…]
We are more than halfway through the school year and let’s be honest. Our kids are beginning to check out. Â Heck! Â We are starting to check out. Â 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. Â If you have a tween son or daughter, I’m sure you understand the pain. Â And if you have a female tween you CAN REALLY relate. Â This child of mine is always complaining about not having easy access to her money at school or when she’s out and about. Â 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…]