School is almost out for the summer. Kids are excited about sleeping in and not having homework. We’re excited too, but know that at week two we’ll be ready to send everyone back to school. So, what do we do as parents to keep the kids from driving us insane? Schedule summer activities to keep … [Read more…]
Something exciting happened to me today. You see, I had this article scheduled to write Monday, November 26. It didn’t happen. Then I planned to write it Tuesday. It didn’t happen. So, today came, and I had to get it done. The day started like any other day, my husband’s alarm going off, my alarm going … [Read more…]
Welcome to another one of MomJonz’s quick question and answer sessions! So, do you have a child that refuses to eat the meals you cook? Are you just done and over it? Remember, you’re aren’t alone. Your child also isn’t the first and most definitely will NOT be the last to be a picky eater. … [Read more…]
When my girls were younger, I always looked for bright and cheery books for them to enjoy. As a Christian family, we also wanted to find storybooks to teach them about God’s Great Love. We wanted the same colorful and bright books. Cause you know, kids like bright and fun colors. Even though my children … [Read more…]
Self-esteem is how we feel about our self, but we can help other’s boost their self-esteem as well.  This post will talk about ways we can encourage our children to help a friend, classmate or teammate improve their self-esteem. Yes, your child can assist in enhancing self-esteem in the classroom. About a year ago my … [Read more…]
A well balanced diet is vital to promoting healthy growth and strong physical health in children, of course. But did you know that proper nutrition has a profound effect on your child’s mental health as well? (Just refer to this article on the link between nutrition and mental health.) Proper nutrition can affect your child’s … [Read more…]
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
Don’t feel alone wondering if your child(ren) ever listens to you. Â Or better yet, wondering if they think before they act? OMG! For the life of me, my three live on planet Pluto. Â Wait, Pluto is no longer considered a planet. Â Anywho…….. Â It’s proven, kids live in their own world, and kids do NOT listen. … [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…]
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…]