My children LOVE puzzles. They get it from their Gramma (my Mom) who still works giant jigsaw puzzles often. I love them too, but hate when pieces go missing or worse yet, when puzzles get pulled off shelves in our playroom and then we have to return the pieces to ther rightful owners. When I … Read more
Here in New Orleans, we really only have two seasons, Winter and Summer. As we leave behind our jackets, we have jumped into Summer with which has brought the typical Summer Storms. I encourage my children to play outside as much as possible, but much of this Season for us is either wet or hot … Read more
As my daughter gets older (she just turned six), she is becoming more defiant and less of my little angel. I know it is all part of growing up, but morning “episodes” do not make a great start to the day. I am so over the punishments and threats and am thinking that maybe positive … Read more
As a child, the Easter Bunny always left a swimsuit, sunglasses, flip-flops and maybe a book….all very lovely. But as a 6 year old girl, I pushed those gifts aside and searched for the all important CANDY! My brother and I would dive in the the chocolate first and sneak a few (well maybe several) … Read more
Because my husband and I both work outside the home, our morning routine can get rather hectic. Between getting both girls dressed for school, dressing myself for work, packing lunches and braiding hair, breakfast can sometimes be an after thought. On more than one occasion, we have grabbed a granola bar or cereal as we … Read more