Fun Halloween Alternatives for Christian Families

“Mom – I wanna celebrate Halloween!”, he says with a pouty face. “Why?” “Because it’s fun.” Sigh. As a born-again believer, explaining to your children why we don’t celebrate Halloween is an ongoing battle. It’s…

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Distance Learning Tips for Spectrum Moms

Children on the spectrum already have a unique set of needs when it comes to learning and instruction, but having school virtually adds yet another layer. Fortunately, now that we’re a month into second grade,…

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4 Things to Keep in Mind When Looking Dementia in the Eye

It finally happened. My mom was standing in front of me, yet I was looking into the eyes of a stranger. Distant. Angry. Afraid. This is dementia. Although she’d been to our home hundreds of…

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#BLM Talk: Tips for Moms with Young Kids

I’d run through different scenarios in my head, but was still not prepared. I couldn’t give my baby an adequate answer. “Mom, what does BLM say?” It was during our evening walk around the neighborhood.…

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Summer Made Simple: COVID Edition

Congrats moms! We made it to the end of a school year like no other! These past few months have made it crystal-clear to me that I chose the right profession. Not that we didn’t…

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