After writing the “Chores Shmores” post, I heard from a number of parents asking whether or not “Pets” should be included in a chore list: (This post was originally written in 2016 and updated in 2022) Why didn’t you mention “Taking Care of Pets” as a chore in the examples you gave? Wouldn’t that count […]
I did NOT see that coming! Mother’s Day 2018
My youngest daughter provided me with a brand new, unforgettable Mother’s Day experience this year! The day before Mother’s Day was wonderful. I volunteered at the MS Walk in the morning with my Girl Scout troop. When I got home, my older daughter had finished the laundry and washed the dishes! Then I got to […]
Spring has Sprung
One of my favorite things during the Spring season when our daughters were little was watching my husband and girls start our garden. (This was originally posted in 2018, updated in 2022) They would start the seeds in small peat pots in our kitchen and nurture them until the sprouts were big enough to move […]
Chores Shmores!
Are you doing all of the work around your house? Wouldn’t it be nice to have a little help so that you could play, too? Young children love to help! If your children are young, you have a huge advantage here, please don’t let this slip away. If your children are older, it’s a bit […]
Helping Others
While I try to be thankful all year, I find myself feeling especially grateful around this time of year. Yes, Thanksgiving was just here, but for me it’s the fact that, as the weather gets colder, I have a warm, sturdy house, plenty of clothing, and more than enough food to eat. I’m even grateful […]