Lists. Lists. Lists. And more lists! The summer before your child leaves for their freshman year of college, you will find most of your time is spent making lists. There are lists of all the questions you want to ask at parent orientation. There are lists of financial aid forms to complete, and…
My 11 Summer Book Picks That Are Perfect for Vacation Reading
Need something to read this summer? I’ve got your list right here! A little mystery, some thriller, a tad of romance, there is something here for everyone. Grab your library card or your Amazon account, and start reading! The Husband Hour by Jamie Brenner Definite beach read chick lit material, this novel takes place on…
My 2019 Summer Books Reading List/Beach Reads is Here!
Ahhhhh summer!!!!! When we can finally exhale with relief for a few minutes from the chaos of the school year, and maybe grab a minute or two for ourselves to read a book! And book lovers I’ve got some goods ones for you- from thrillers to chick lit, and even a cookbook or two! So…
The 5 Stages of Christmas Eve Toy Assembly
Twas the Night Before Christmas The kids finally asleep And the hour when all parents have to dig really deep. It is the night where you’ll make memories you later will tell For moms and dads worldwide have entered Little Tikes hell While you’re wishing for mistletoe to get in the mood Instead you are…
“I Cannot Possibly Do This Again,” said the Mother of the Wild Things
*Post written by: Jennifer Thompson, www.trulyyoursjen.com I feel like the suburban mom version of Eminem in the movie 8 Mile. “His palms are sweaty, knees weak, arms are heavy There’s vomit on his sweater already, mom’s spaghetti He’s nervous, but on the surface he looks calm and ready to drop bombs, But he keeps on…
One day it’s diaper organizers, the next it’s dorm room organizers. Same baby. Same nervousness. Same joy. You can do this moms!
The first time I walked into a Babies ‘R Us store, I was a newly pregnant, nervous, and anxious first time mother. I was holding the several page baby registry “suggested items” list in my shaky hand, and while strolling down the aisles completely overwhelmed, I had a full blown panic attack. I walked…