The toys were starting to take over. We have a closet in our basement that was bursting at the seams. It was filled with trucks, cars, trains and every imaginable game from the time my three boys were toddlers. All three of my kids are at sleepaway camp for a few weeks. I’m missing them…
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Today’s the day. My 5th grader is watching the 5th grade puberty movie at school. Having two older brothers who also viewed this rite of passage, I know the video is no big deal. I’m pretty much an open book when it comes to this information, so hopefully there won’t be much new information passed along…
Mom Detective Asks: Is BPA Lurking in Your Fleece?
This piece was originally published over at Moms Clean Air Force. When my oldest son was born he was showered with all sorts of wonderful gifts from friends and family. One of our favorite presents was a bright red fleece blanket with his name monogrammed in big white letters on one of the corners. This…
15 Great Cookbooks for Kids of All Ages
Cookbooks are everywhere in our house. Why? Because my son loves to cook. He’s constantly asking…no begging to bake or whip up some kind of fabulous snack. It’s so important to let your kids be active participants in the cooking process– especially if they show an interest. If they cook it they’re more likely to eat…
5 Foods My Kids Can Cook and So Can Yours!
I love to cook. My husband also loves to cook. If we had all the time in the world I’m positive we would make some pretty interesting creations. For now we stick to healthy, standard fare that our three boys will usually eat without much complaining. Allowing my kids to be active participants in the…
Want to Learn More About Blick Art Room Aid?
Art education classes have always been an important part of the school week for my three boys. Our school system does a fantastic job putting together an annual art show which showcases one piece of art from every child in our community. Art class is many times the only place where children have an opportunity…
This Toy Will Last Forever
Toys finally made their way into our home after 5 long years of trying to have a child. Creating our family didn’t come easily for us. We were forced, as many are, to place a tremendous amount of thought into whether or not we wanted to bring children into this world. Infertility will do that to you. So…
