We need our friends. It sounds obvious, right? As women, as mother’s, as humans, we need friendships and connections to get by. As much as we love our children and our husbands or partners, we need more. There, I said it. I know, it’s an awful thing to say out loud but I firmly believe that it is true. I need more and if I had to guess, I bet you do too. I can count my close friends on two ... View Post

Some days are just bad, but not today friends…not today. There is nothing more demotivating than waking up, looking forward to a good day, getting the kids dressed, teeth brushed, breakfast, all of those crazy details and then realizing that everyone is in a shitty mood. Blah. We all have bad day’s…not just us momma’s but our babies too. I can sometimes get lost in the excuses of a bad day. ... View Post

Parking Lot Rules? What are parking lot rules, you may be thinking? Well, there aren’t parking lot rules, but there should be. Sometimes what seem like the easiest tasks are the hardest for parents. Getting kids in and out of the car in parking lots is one of those tasks. Doesn’t sound hard but think about it. Parking lots are dangerous, full of other cars and full of other drivers. I literally ... View Post

Yep, I bribe my kids. You know you’ve done it too… Most parenting books will tell you that you shouldn’t bribe your children. In theory, I completely agree. It just doesn’t sound right…con your kids into doing something that they should be doing anyway. It isn’t a great concept. But, if an M&M will get my 3 year-old to use the potty, I’m going to bribe her with that M&M and maybe 10 ... View Post

The only beast I saw during that movie was my 3 year-old.   Virtually raise your hand if you’ve seen the new Beauty and the Beast remake? When the movie first came out I went to the theater with my two girls, bought the candy and lemonade, and sat though the movie. BUT can I say that I actually watched it? Nope. While I can’t say that I was able to enjoy the movie, I did learn two valuable and ... View Post

Did you know that I live with the HULK? At least that’s what my toddler becomes when it’s time to change his diaper or clothes… First thing in the morning, around 7:15am, I hear Ben start talking through the monitor. He calls for ‘mommy’ and his ‘ooks,’ which are books in his little language. I look forward to opening his bedroom door every morning and seeing that sweet, smiley, ... View Post