I live in Michigan, which is a state where we experience the time change each fall and spring. I have never been a fan, but I am really not a fan as a mom of nine. It’s so hard to believe that a one hour time change can be such a big deal, but somehow it can. While in theory it’s nice in the fall … [Read more...]
12 Simple & Powerful Secrets For a Stress Free Christmas
October 30, 2018 by
Christmas can be a super stressful time. There are all kinds of reasons for this, really. It could be just all the added places you need to go and demands placed on your time. Maybe you’re like me and it’s all the added places you have to go in addition to it being wintertime. Maybe the holidays are … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Holiday Planner With Printable Holiday Planner
October 2, 2018 by
It is so crazy that the holidays are right around the corner! I don’t know about you, but there are a few things that I do to set myself up for less stress during the holidays each year. There are so many things to do during the holidays from all the places we have to be, to all the gifts we have to … [Read more...]
Creating a Thanksgiving Your Family Will Love (Free Printable)
September 27, 2018 by
Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. In fact, it may just be my favorite holiday because it is the perfect time for some family fun. As awesome as Christmas is, Thanksgiving just might be better in my book because there aren't any presents to open. This means there is time to just focus on … [Read more...]
15 Signs That You Are Stretched Too Thin (and what to do about it)
September 24, 2018 by
Life whizzes by at a dizzying pace while the landscape around you blurs from one scene to the next. Just when you think you can make out an object, you've traveled too far to even be able to make it out anymore. Your days find you trudging along as if you are trying to move forward with your feet … [Read more...]
15+ Genius & Cheap Family Activities For an Amazing Fall
August 31, 2018 by
Fall is such a nice time of year in these parts…as long as it’s not snowing anyway. Michigan does have some crazy weather during these fall months at times, but no matter the weather we try to make it a habit to have some fun while also celebrating the season. Getting out there for some fall … [Read more...]
Calming Your School Morning Craziness
August 22, 2018 by
Just as the time when all the kids come piling through the door can be stressful, trying to get everyone and all of their needed things out the door can be crazy chaotic as well. School mornings can be downright stressful! Oftentimes people get up late, things are MIA, people are all leaving at … [Read more...]
How NOT to Raise a Spoiled Brat
June 26, 2018 by
I am often so saddened about the youth of today’s world. In many cases they seem so misguided as to the way the world really works. So many kids seem to think they are owed the world on a silver platter. And then, when they become adults, they are left wondering what happened. Much of this is due to … [Read more...]
25 Ways I’ve Had to Eat Crow As a Mom
June 22, 2018 by
Have you ever had to eat crow since becoming a mom? What does this mean? In this case, eating crow refers to all those things you thought or maybe even said while you were pregnant. Those things you said after standing behind the frazzled mom in the checkout whose crazy hooligans were hanging upside … [Read more...]
9 Brilliant Must Know Tips For Road Trips With Free Road Trip Game!
June 20, 2018 by
Road trips can be great. Road trips with kids can be a completely different story. While the trip can be great, the road part can be a stressful experience (says the mother of 9 kids). Keeping kids entertained is one thing, but there are so many other things you can do to make road trips with kids … [Read more...]
Creating a Smart Evening Routine For Busy Women & Moms
May 22, 2018 by
In my home, life is busy, and I’m guessing that it’s really no different in yours. We have recently jumped back into spring and summer sports, we have all of the end of the year activities, and in our case, a new baby is joining in for all the crazy busyness too! Evening routines are essential in … [Read more...]
Secrets to a Stress Free Summer With Kids (from a mom of 9!)
May 18, 2018 by
Summer can be fun, but summer can also be downright scary since there is so much downtime, family togetherness, and long days. Summer can feel out of control and be lacking in structure, routines, and rules, which can give way to mass chaos. Is a stress free summer even possible - a stress free … [Read more...]
10 Essentials To Make Your Family Camping Trip a Success!
May 14, 2018 by
*this is a guest post from Jenny of Mom Loves Best Want to go camping with your family this fall? It’s a great way to make long-lasting family memories – but the prospect of packing can be daunting. What do you really need to make your trip a success? There are all kinds of camping tricks, tips, … [Read more...]
The 10 Commandments of Cleaning With a Family – Free Printable!
May 1, 2018 by
If you have a family and spend any amount of time cleaning, I am sure you will agree that the struggle of juggling both is real. I think cleaning is one of those things that we find ourselves thinking will be no big deal prior to having a family. However, it usually doesn't take long once … [Read more...]
Why I Ditched Cloth Diapers & Feel Great About It
April 11, 2018 by
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Pampers at Sam's Club. The opinions and text are all mine. Comments submitted may be displayed on other websites owned by the sponsoring brand. As a mom of nine, diapers have been part of my life for more than 17 years now. Without a … [Read more...]
