Identity and the Internet
Sometimes I wonder if I would be as creative or motivated if it weren't for social media. Kind of like if-a-tree-falls-in-the-woods-and-no-one-hears-it-does-it-make-a-sound kind of thing. Do I worry too much about sharing and not live in the moment enough? [...]
Acknowledging the Self Control Crisis
I recently did a book review of Strong and Kind by Korie Robertson. I mentioned the idea presented in the book to choose two character traits that you would want to be the main focus in your home. J and [...]
Strong and Kind
I decided that instead of a brief synopsis at the end of the year of all of the books that I remember reading, I would do a review (or at least share some thoughts) of the books as [...]
When to Introduce Video Games
When my son Z was four we were given a Wii. It was a hand-me-down. No exchange of money was involved. The consoles have since been discontinued anyway, so it really shouldn't be too big of a [...]
How to Respond to Whining and Model Behavior
I have heard people teach that the best way to encourage your child to read is for them to see you reading. I have heard the same concept about eating healthy, and being eager to learn or try [...]
More Laundry Headed My Way
With a family 5 I do my fair share of laundry, and I am about to do even more. First of all I've got these itty bitty baby girl clothes to wash. Aside from the items I got [...]