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Yeah, This Mom Lost Her Mind When It Came To Education

September 8, 2017 by MomJonz 1 Comment
A boy is writing in his notebook

What is education?  I know this seems like a strange question for some, but I think it’s important to discuss and ensure you know where I’m coming from for future posts. What Is Education When I speak of education, I speak from the meaning of an enlightening moment and gaining knowledge to help one succeed … [Read more…]

Posted in: Education, Empowering Women, Empowering Youth, Family Tagged: Education, Education and Youth, Parenting

Yes, I See Skin Color and Proud of It

August 25, 2017 by MomJonz 22 Comments
A group of children holding hands in a row.

Dear people, this is new and out of my comfort zone.  But when you know you’ve been pushed along to share your story you must obey and do so. So here goes….  I hope this starts a new conversation between you and I.  I hope it helps with opening discussion amongst neighbors, co-workers, family, and … [Read more…]

Posted in: Empowering Women, Empowering Youth, Family, Home, Life, Love, Self-Esteem Tagged: Education, Empowering Women, Family Life, Parenting, Race discussions in America, Race Discussions with kids

Back-To-School Shopping With Fashion Diva Girl – There Goes My Budget

July 26, 2017 by MomJonz 3 Comments
A close up of a box of crayons

I scream, you scream, we all scream “IT’S BACK-TO-SCHOOL time!”  Yes, I love summer vacation and being home with the kiddos, but I also love when everyone packs up and heads out the door for a few hours each day.  Carlos and I can sit quietly on the couch without hearing, “Mommy, she’s talking to … [Read more…]

Posted in: Empowering Women, Family, Home Tagged: Family Life, little girls fashion, Parenting, The real of parenting

Define Self-esteem

June 10, 2017 by MomJonz 4 Comments
A group of children laying in the middle of a circle.

I decided to ask my children to define self-esteem.  My middle daughter replied, “It has to do with bullying.”  My eldest replied, “confidence, being ok with self, loving yourself.”  My youngest replied, “hmmmm….something to do with plants.  You know, they have stems!”  I immediately began rubbing and shaking my head.  Being the mommy I am, … [Read more…]

Posted in: Empowering Youth, Self-Esteem Tagged: empowering youth, Parenting, self-esteem

5 Ways to Trick Your Kids into Eating Healthy

June 5, 2017 by Contributor 11 Comments
A plate of fruit cut into palm trees and oranges.

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…]

Posted in: Empowering Women, Family, Home Tagged: Family Life, Healthy Habits, Kids, Parenting

It’s Here, Summer Break With Your Tween

May 26, 2017 by MomJonz 3 Comments
Three people walking on the beach near the ocean.

Summer break is quickly approaching, and I have summer break with tweens!  OH MY!  I mean, it will be here before we can blink.  The last day of school for my crew is today, May 26. YIKES!!!  So, the one question my kids always ask, “so, mother, what are we doing this summer?”  

Posted in: Education, Empowering Women, Family, Life, Life As Navy Military Family Tagged: family, Family Life, Kids, mamas and coffee, Parenting, Parenting Tweens, Raising Tweens, Tweens

Summertime Projects to Keep Kids Busy

May 8, 2017 by Contributor 7 Comments
A group of children standing next to each other.

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…]

Posted in: Empowering Women, Family, Life Tagged: Family Life, Moms, Parenting, Raising Tweens, summer fun, Tweens

Don’t Let Instagram Get You Down

April 25, 2017 by Contributor 5 Comments
A woman sitting on the couch with her baby.

The world of mommy blogging has always been glossed and gussied up in order to promote an ideal image of motherhood. However, Instagram’s focus on images might be making this even more pronounced, urging every mompreneur to frantically clear a corner of her house in order to make it look like she obsessively scrubs and … [Read more…]

Posted in: Empowering Women, Life Tagged: Family Life, Moms, Parenting, The real of parenting

Kids Do NOT Listen

March 29, 2017 by MomJonz 2 Comments
A bottle of water and some food on the counter.

Don’t feel alone wondering if your child(ren) ever listens to you.  Or better yet, wondering if they think before they act? OMG! For the life of me, my three live on planet Pluto.  Wait, Pluto is no longer considered a planet.  Anywho……..  It’s proven, kids live in their own world, and kids do NOT listen. … [Read more…]

Posted in: Empowering Women, Home Tagged: family, Family Life, Kids, Parenting, The real of parenting

Listen To Your Kids-They Do Know Best (Sometimes)

March 23, 2017 by MomJonz 9 Comments
A white dog is walking on the floor.

If you’re like me you do not believe kids know best about their lives. They are still young, learning and need guidance.  Well, sometimes kids DO know best.  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…]

Posted in: Empowering Women, Family Tagged: Parenting, Self Care, self-care Tips For Kids
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