Lessons During the First Weeks of Kindergarten
My oldest daughter has been in kindergarten for a few weeks now. It was a big step for all of us –…
Author Archives: Rachael
How to Host a Successful Play Date
No one is sure whether play dates are better for kids or parents. Either way, here are a few tips for how…
Testing my Fortitude Through Writing and Parenting
Funny, compassionate, friendly, weird, silly, uncool, and nerdy are all words that could be used to describe me. They are either words that…
Everything Changes: Sending My Firstborn to Kindergarten
“Long ago Laura had walked with Mary on the prairies of Dakota; the sun had gone down and blue shadows filled…
How to Survive Tent Camping With Toddlers
Our family recently returned home from our vacation. We spent part of that time camping in a tent with a…
Enjoy the Ride
My oldest daughter and I climbed aboard a carnival ride the other week and she left a part of her…
Ways to Make Your Cookout Memorable
When planning a back yard picnic or barbecue, small touches can have a big impact. Consider ways to make the gathering enjoyable…
Why I Keep a Tidy(er) House
I have a confession. I loathe clutter and am a little bit obsessive about it. My house may not get…
Thursday Three: Reasons to Take Your Kids to a Farmers’ Market
Corn on the cob tastes best when it’s purchased directly out of the back of a farmer’s pickup truck. This…
Family Time: Finding the Margin in Our Lives
I wrote a post a while back about a typical day in my life as a stay-at-home mom. I briefly…
