The Significance of a Year: Milestones During Preschool Drop-Off
I dropped off my oldest daughter at preschool the other morning and noticed something I had seen before, during a…
Author Archives: Rachael
A Beautiful Family: Reminders to Look at and Love Our Children
Older women seem to enjoy offering compliments to younger moms and their families. We can all recount at least one…
Raising a Kind and Compassionate Child
Max, going in for a hug. With all of the hate in our world, I feel that raising children who…
Doll House Hunters: The Search for a Christmas Present
Every home buyer is looking for certain features that turn a plain old house into a dream home. When I…
How to Instill Healthy Eating Habits
My son, Max, enjoying cheese pizza, bananas, and corn. We’ve all been there … Your child is whining for snacks, you’re…
Thursday Three: Children’s Gift Exchange Ideas
Christmas gift exchanges are an annual highlight among school kids. I still remember some of the treats and trinkets I…
Christmas Gifts: What to Get for Teachers
My oldest child is in preschool this year, and Christmas is approaching. Teachers everywhere will soon receive corny mugs filled…
Milk Jug Turkey Craft for Fall
Make a milk jug turkey with items you probably already have at home. Our Thanksgiving table centerpiece I really like…
Easy Thanksgiving Turkey Cookies
These turkey cookies are kid-friendly and simple to make, especially if you cheat and use store-bought cookie dough. We took…
Reflections on the First Birthday of My Youngest Child
My second and youngest child turns one year old on Saturday. This fall has brought with it a flurry of…
