Here I am in that place again. The one I find myself in frequently where I’m stressed and exhausted mind, body and spirit. I suppose this is the way of a mother, especially when there’s six young lives to shepherd and a marriage to keep tended to. I’m tempted to check-out mentally and sink into the oblivion of nothingness, but Continue Reading →
I’ve been thinking about how full my life is. It seems there’s nothing I can cut out to create more margin. Every moment is double-stacked, as is customary of the American life. No time to breathe. So I did an experiment this week. I put down my iPhone, crocheting, my book or whatever else I could double do and chose Continue Reading →
As I talked with a young mom this week, she asked me a couple questions about what I would do with her child as she held onto his screaming self by the wrist. She was frazzled to say the least. I certainly have been there and sometimes still am. As I explained to her what it was I would do, Continue Reading →
When I spoke with my friends at MOPS, many people wanted some ideas for things that kids can do around the house to help. I have posted this before at this link: http://mommymap.blogspot.com/2007/10/job-listings.html However, the dynamics of my family has changed slightly since then so there are a few more things they help out with. The things my kids do Continue Reading →
Today I had crunchy, soggy egg salad for lunch. I decided that maybe I should rename it “Crusted-Moist Egg Salad” and maybe it would sound more appealing and appetizing. Whatever I call it, you may ask why I’d dare eat it because its realistic name probably would not make you show up at my house to join me for lunch. Continue Reading →
Just this week, I had a little trip down memory lane. Remember that post I did called “Backseat Purpose”? It was about how your children need to feel more than loved. They need to feel that they are needed and have a purpose in your home. Well, I was thinking about that concept as I watched in amazement as my Continue Reading →
As I ready our home for a family adventure this week–a real road trip, I thought I’d share a simple thing with you that we do in our home. I won’t post again until the weekend since I’ll be having fun elsewhere! Living in a large family, it can often be hard for my kids to get a spare moment Continue Reading →