With the last day of school just around the corner, many parents are wondering how to prepare for summer break. We want to set-up a perfectly imperfect summer for our kids and families, but we aren’t sure how. Here are three things to keep in mind while planning your break that will create a summer […] Read more…
You can find basically anything on Amazon these days. If you’re looking for ways to simplify your life, check out my top 18 Amazon purchases that make my life easier. I love Amazon prime! I mean, I don’t even have to leave my house, and in two days or less, something is delivered to my […] Read more…
When we go through hard things, it can be extremely difficult to take care of ourselves and fulfill our responsibilities. The problem is, our responsibilities don’t go away just because life gets hard. Here are seven tips for how to be productive during hard times. Do you ever have those days where you’re so exhausted […] Read more…
Setting goals can be really fun–dreaming up plans and visions for a better life. But actually achieving goals? That’s the hard part. This post shares five habits that can help you stick to your goals and actually achieve them. I absolutely LOVE setting goals. Something about starting fresh, looking for possibility, and striving for a […] Read more…
We want a happy family life, but in the chaos of life, it’s sometimes hard to make that a reality. This post shares three habits to cultivate for a close-knit family. Some days are golden. The kids get along great–laughing and playing together for hours. You and your spouse are in sync. Your to-do list […] Read more…
Some guys love to clean. Some guys clean because they want a clean house. And some guys could care less. If your husband is in group three (like mine), read on to see the surprising truths I learned about husbands and housework, and how you can be happy even if yours doesn’t do much cleaning. […] Read more…
We all have to stop and eat, and if we use these meal times wisely, we can strengthen our families and connect with our kids. Learn about 6 productive things to do during meals that will make your family life that much stronger. Sometimes, the idea of stopping to eat is overwhelming for me. It […] Read more…
Family meetings are a great way to connect as a family and teach our kids some great life skills. In our home, we have seven parts to our family meeting, and each plays an important role in our home life. Read on to see how we hold family council in our house. Holding a weekly […] Read more…