Tag Archives: Rachael

A Parent’s School Year Wish List

School is in session where I live. My oldest daughter just started third grade. This week we carried on with…

When Your Child is Halfway Through Elementary School

Elementary school is flying by… My firstborn starts third grade this year. With three years at our neighborhood school under…

Family Trip Tuesday: Turkey Run State Park

Are you looking for a little adventure this summer? My family really likes Turkey Run State Park. We recently vacationed…

Summer Goals: Making the Days Count

What are your family summer goals? How will you make every day count? Summer vacation for my family is more…

Why I Like Hosting Small Birthday Parties

My oldest daughter turned 8 this year and she celebrated with a small birthday party. While her party was small,…

Camping Meals: How to Eat Well While Roughing It

Check out these camping meals that are kid-friendly and delicious. I grew up tent camping, and now I tent camp…

My Child is a Toe Walker: Three Years Later

Three years ago, I wrote here about my daughter who is a toe walker. She saw a pediatric orthopedist and…

The Benefits of Having All Girls

There are benefits of having all girls — besides, “trying for a boy” doesn’t always work out that way.  My…

Mothers’ Pockets: The Things We Carry

Mothers’ pockets. We need them. Large pockets and small pockets. Pockets in jeans, jackets, and winter coats. Pockets in aprons,…

White Chocolate Raspberry Muffin Recipe

This white chocolate raspberry muffin recipe is one of my favorites. Sometimes you need to indulge your sweet tooth, and…