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5 Reasons You Should Let Your Kids Play Video Games
So, I’m a gamer and a mom, and I’m sure it’s no surprise to you that I let my kids play video games. Contrary to what a lot of parents assume, my kids actually play fewer games than most of their...
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Star Wars Haiku
I may be the proudest geekmama on Earth. ”Star Wars” haiku by my 8 year old son [as part of a 2nd grade poetry anthology]. Hans Solo is tough Jabba The Hutt is nasty R2 hacks spaceships
View ArticleIs It Almost Summer Break?
The last few weeks have been so busy, I don’t know if I’m coming or going. I mean, it’s always busy, with four kids, a home daycare, this blog, a side business, two exceptional kids and all their...
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This is what 11 looks like
My eldest son turned eleven this week-end. My sweet baby boy, who first made me a mother, who instantly made me sure this was the right journey for me, who made motherhood so easy and so delightful....
View ArticlePumpkin Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
Recipe: Pumpkin Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Summary: These cookies are super soft and not too oatmeal-y. Perfect for this time of year with fresh pumpkin puree. With whole wheat flour and not too...
View ArticleMilestones
As a parent, especially a new parent, it’s easy to get caught up in the milestone race. First words, first tooth, walks… we pour over The Baby Book, making sure our kids are on track, looking at...
View ArticleA new hat: Teaching Parent
Three weeks ago, I entered the world of homeschooling with my eleven year old son. This decision was not made lightly, but unfortunately school is not a safe place for him to be and for various reasons...
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Finally! And never say never
I’ve heard stories that in some houses kids get bathed frequently. More than once a week. Once a day even. I hear some parents even like bathing their kids. I make a conscious effort to be a good...
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Hey it’s good to be back home again
Blissdom was very fun, but I found it a long time to be away from home. I enjoy my “me time” but I enjoy it more in small doses. With traveling I was gone four days and I found that to be a bit much....
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