Sometimes when parenting gets difficult, the Wicked Witch inside of us threatens to come out. Learn a few simple ways to call on Glinda, the Good Witch, during parenting moments like this.
Downton Abbey and Motherhood
Have you ever dreamed of having a house full of servants, a la Downton Abbey? Allyson Reynolds has three reasons why doing the domestic “dirty work” of motherhood might have its own rewards.
Four Ways to Bounce Back after a Big Loss
Tuesday was election day in America. After months and months of having a vested interest in a particular candidate, party, measure, or proposition, to wake up and realize that it’s all over (or even worse, that your candidate/measure/proposition lost!) can be a real let down. What in the world does this have to do with motherhood? Allyson Reynolds will tell you.
Go Gently
Lately I’ve been feeling the need to go gently, speak gently, do more things gently, as a mother. Our responses determine the climate of a relationship, of a home.
Why “Intense” Moms Are More Depressed
A recent study kicked off a debate about “intense” parenting and depression. The topic is one that makes those of us in this community of “deliberate” mothers a bit uneasy. Is there a difference between being a “deliberate” mother and an “intense” mother, and if so, what is it?
Go Fly a Kite
In my early years of motherhood when I still vainly thought perfection was within reach, I was drawn to the life of Mr. Banks. You know, the British banker-father in the movie “Mary Poppins” who insists on running his home with precision.
How to Keep Your Child’s Brain Active During Summer
I like to think we can prevent our children’s brains from turning to slush over the summer. So, how do we enjoy the fun and relaxation of summer while still keeping our children’s brains active?
Update on the Value Kindness and Friendliness: A Helping Hands Chart Giveaway!
This month, Megan Stewart and Mary Croxford teamed up to discuss Kindness and Friendliness. As a special bonus, they are giving away a Helping Hands chart from Brite Music! Giveaway details are below!
Don’t ALL Moms Work?
Hilary Rosen put her foot in her mouth when she suggested Ann Romney had “never worked a day in her life” because she chose to be a stay-at-home mom. Unfortunately, her comment rekindled the age-old war of Stay-at-Home vs. Working Moms. The last thing we need is another war on that battlefield!
Update on the Value Respect: Encouraging Respect in our Family
We decided that there were many areas we could work on to bring more respect into our home. We all brainstormed a list of different ways and voted on three behaviors that we would especially focus on this month. ALL of our children really got into this activity. It was really heartwarming!
Picture Story: Celebrate Fall
With all of the electronic devices to choose from these days, it is easy to forget how much fun you can have with just a rake, some leaves and a gorgeous fall day in Colorado.
Video Store Escapades
When my daughter found an inappropriate movie at the video store, I wasn’t sure what to do next. I had to do something, something appropriate and meaningful—but what? How could I reclaim this situation?