DECREASE the screen time this summer and UP the reading time with these books that will engage and inspire your boys! Mighty Books: def. building kids of character one book at a time Focus: Book recommendations for boys ages 9-12 years Goal: Read one book a month. Why: According to the U.S. Department of Education […]
The Mighty Boy Reading List: Ages 12-15
DECREASE the screen time this summer and UP the reading time with these books that will engage and inspire your boys! Mighty Books: def. building kids of character one book at a time Focus: Book recommendations for boys ages 12 -15 years Why: According to the U.S. Department of Education boys are lagging behind the […]
How I stopped feeling bad about LOVING desserts
I am passionate about donuts. I also love cookies, cake, chocolate, and lattes. My perfect day would start with sprinkle donut and end with a piece of chocolate with a little latte in between. I am drawn to bakeries. On vacation if I spot a bakery, I immediately drop everything and head on in for […]
Lazy Craft Mom
I am a lazy craft mom. I do not enjoy crafting with the kids. Planning crafts exhausts me. When browsing Pinterst I avoid the cute kid craft sections, partially, because I find popsicle sticks and glitter overwhelming. But the truth is…I know if my kids attempt a “ cute craft” the finished project would likely […]
The Mighty Girl Reading List: Ages 6-10
Down the screen time and UP the reading time this summer with these great books! We all know that strong reading skills help in all areas of learning, so here are some recommendations to keep your daughter engaged, entertained and inspired! Focus: The 2015 book selection focuses on adventurous, smart, and fearless girls, both real and imagined. […]
The Great Compliment Experiment: Part 1
Accepting Compliments Part One: What not to do… I get nervous when people express their esteem, respect, affection, or admiration for me. My usual response to compliments is to avoid them. That streak of color you see running to her car after she talks in front of people…yep that is me running away from compliments. I was […]