Once the tour was over, I told her I would be in touch and got back in to my car. Although I wasn’t quite sure what I was looking for yet, I knew this school wasn’t it. The Director had a dull look in her eyes. She seemed tired, burnt-out even, as though she should have retired some years ago, but kept going for the paycheck.
Get your week off to a healthy start with this delicious, detox-friendly recipe from Joni over at Food By Jonister! It's packed with the protein and veggies you need to nourish and energize your body!
If I'm an adult having tantrums, how could I expect my toddlers to keep calm? I’m learning coping mechanisms for my own emotions and teaching them the same. I’m not anywhere near perfect, but it’s a work in process that could only end in more peace, love and happiness in our family life.
Parenting styles come in all shapes and sizes, no one has it all together. Stop worrying about being the perfect parent and focus on owning your parenting style. That’s all this thing is, owning your style and being present with your children.
These baked egg rolls are easy to make and filled with healthy chicken and vegetables. Using a bag of store-bought raw slaw saves precious time as the vegetables are already prepped, and the fresh broccoli stalks, carrots and red cabbage are a power packed combo. We love making a big batch of these at home – they make a great snack and we even eat them for dinner. Plus they are much cheaper and healthier than the restaurant version!
I have been told that I don't ask for help, but God knows I need it. I hate having to ask, I want him to see what needs to be done and do it. Don't wait for me to ask...
The hospital is operating on a generator. As such, only a few areas are with air conditioning and lights. The next 17 hours were a nightmare. There were no obstetricians available. Imagine my horror to this news, as I experienced painful contractions, in unbearable heat.
After a few months I really felt amazing... I had energy to run behind my toddler and my skin was glowing. I was bordering 40 and I felt the better than I ever had! I knew that THIS was how my body was designed to feel.
Spice it up a little for weeknight dinner with this dish that is easy to make and will be on the table in less than an hour! My kids love the sweet pineapple rings in the sauce, and the cilantro lime rice is a good twist on regular plain rice.
In the hustle to get water, batteries, flashlights and put up shutters, you may be overlooking some really important elements of storm preparation. Here are some important tips that you may be forgetting.
I sat nervously looking at my phone, waiting for the school to post pictures in our class group, so I could get a glimpse of how she was doing. The first few photos of her tear stricken face and sad eyes almost had me changing my mind.
I attached the apparatus to myself and began the desperate task of pumping. In this case I wasn’t only pumping to feed my baby, it felt like I was pumping to save his life. At that point he was only getting nutrition through various IVs. They were waiting for my breast milk to start feeding him. I pumped and I pumped and I pumped…
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This was the moment that I learned just how much love could hurt. I never felt such emotions in all my life. I was filled with extreme joy that my son was finally here and came out crying… a sign that he was alive after an emergency C-Section at just 30 weeks. At the same time, I was struck with an intense urge to protect and nurture him, something I wasn’t able to do like every other mother.
We try to live up to these unrealistic standards, often imposed by ourselves because we care too much about what others think of us! We have our hands in so many different things at the same time, we’re not present in any of them! So how do we fix it and find more time to present with our kids and enjoy our lifestyle?
"Although nothing physically changed, and our daughter who we loved so much was still there, we “grieved” the loss of the child we thought we were going to have, along with so many different hopes and dreams for her future."
It's so easy for mothers to get lost in the joyful, chaotic and emotional experience of motherhood. But continuing to pursue your passions and interests, even if it's only one day a week, will allow you to be a better wife, mother, friend and every other being that exists within you.
One of my biggest pet peeves as a mom, is the clutter that has taken over our home since having kids. My little ones have too many toys and it feels like I can't keep them contained no matter what I try!
Relaxation Errands. Is there such a thing? I'm making it a thing! The last 2 weeks have been seriously stressful and self-care has gone out the window. Today i'm finding solutions to give myself what I need to feel good and be a great mom!
By now your kids have been home for at least a week. Is it just me or are they ALWAYS HUNGRY?! In case you're running out of snack ideas, I've made a list of my favorite summer snacks to keep your kids satisfied, happy and healthy!
