What’s in Your Basket? How To Appreciate Your Gifts

Last night I was confronted with my own demons.  One of my kiddos was upset over not getting something she felt she should have.  Now, as I see it, this kid is incredibly blessed.  So many things are going her way, why on Earth would this one little thing bother her so much? I’m pretty…

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4 Things You MUST Pack for Travel With Kids

We took our spring break a little early this year, which entailed a car trip to Florida from Wisconsin with 5 kids in a minivan. That’s right…2 days there and 2 days back in a minivan with my nearest and dearest and all their STUFF. So because I have blazed a little trail, I will pass…

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Midnight Madness

Why does this happen at 2AM? Awakened by mysterious forces (a.k.a. my now 8-year-old “sneaking” into our bed), my thoughts were busy enough to keep sleep at bay. I am the kind of human who isn’t human if not allowed to sleep for at least 7 hours a night. Eight hours is my sweet spot…

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Letting the Right People Down

I am a yes girl at heart. For me this means that I love to participate. I love to join in. I love to experience whatever you are suggesting that will make life better or be tons of fun. I’m one of those people that love to be busy, I always have been. I thrive…

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