I have the best memories of searching for the full size candy canes my parents hid in our Christmas tree. Every year they appeared, peeking out from the branches, just waiting to be unwrapped. As if that wasn't enough, there was a little green sleigh that held the extras. It was always full, even after … Continue reading Parenting is like candy canes at Christmas…
Parenting
Resume for ‘Mommy’
Wondering where I've been for the past month? I got a job! After 13 years of being a professional daytime TV watcher (aka stay-at-home-mom), it's time to bring home the bacon. I don't think I'll fry it up in a pan though. Too much grease. I'll microwave it surrounded by paper towels to absorb the … Continue reading Resume for ‘Mommy’
Child labor is a GOOD thing…
Okay, before you get mad at me, I don't mean the kids in the sweat shops. That is a universal evil. I mean putting MY own kids to work! What's the best use for your Frugal Friday sponges? Have someone else use them! Ha! Today's nugget will have your shower sparkling clean, and your … Continue reading Child labor is a GOOD thing…
Got teens who got zits? Get white.
You and your bank account will thank me for this one. Trust me. If you or anyone in your household struggles with the occasional facial anomaly, you immediately need to switch your sheets and towels to all white. (Don't worry, you can still use them after Labor Day. Emily Post and I approve.) I have found … Continue reading Got teens who got zits? Get white.
Unstoppable. And a thank you to our military. Happy Memorial Day!
My fifth grade sweetie wrote her promotion speech on the topic of what it means to be unstoppable. It is a beautiful tribute to her elementary years, as well as an unexpected thank you to our military. The impact of their service is boundless. Thank you!!! What does unstoppable mean to me? It means that … Continue reading Unstoppable. And a thank you to our military. Happy Memorial Day!
Moms and Dads – your words are sticky.
"Blah, blah, blah. Are you listening?" Head nod. "Blah, blah, blah..." That's what I heard when my parents were trying to teach me a lesson when I was a kid. Now that I'm a parent, I'm pretty sure that's how my wonderful words of wisdom get translated in their heads as well. My words go … Continue reading Moms and Dads – your words are sticky.
Submission displays strength – not weakness
Here's your nugget for today. Give it a think! Does submitting to authority make you weak? TV wants you to think so. Your flesh wants you to think so. In fact, the Devil himself is working overtime to convince us this is true. But what submission really shows is your strength on display. Our … Continue reading Submission displays strength – not weakness
What your teen is really thinking
Confession: this post is three parts brag, one part nugget. My 13-year-old son was getting off the bus from a week long school trip. He and his bud were walking towards the group of eagerly waiting parents when his friend said to him, "Don't you hate it when you haven't seen your mom in a … Continue reading What your teen is really thinking
Kids – you won’t always have to obey your parents!!!
Hey Kids! I've got great news for ya. You won't always have to obey your parents! Yuup. It's true. I promise - you'll be free soon enough. Hey Parents! I've got terrible news for ya. You're kids won't always have to obey you! Say what??? Yuup. It's true. They won't be under your authority for … Continue reading Kids – you won’t always have to obey your parents!!!
PSA – the hidden dangers of balloon blowing
The following is a true story... I felt like it was my civic duty to warn the world about the dangers of preparing for your pre-teen's birthday party. Hence the following public service announcement. Please pass this along to anyone you know who might be at risk. No, it's not what you might think - … Continue reading PSA – the hidden dangers of balloon blowing
Nuggets of Nourishment 