I have faced this dilemma many times, not just as a mother, but as a nanny, an auntie, and a big sister. I believe in Santa Claus. I really and truly believe. I love every sappy Lifetime and Hallmark movie and am proud to admit it. I believe in the spirit of Christmas and the … [Read more...] about Santa Claus…To Believe or Not to Believe…
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Surviving An Active Shooter
Important to watch this with your kids and discuss. It is the world we, unfortunately, live in, and we need to be prepared and aware. The following film is a reenactment made by the Los Angeles Sheriffs department using … [Read more...] about Surviving An Active Shooter
Easy Thanksgiving Turkey Recipe
BEST EVER, SUPER EASY, SUPER YUMMY TURKEY! This is the best ever, easiest turkey you will ever make! My husband cannot boil water, but I have complete faith he could prepare this turkey following my easy step by step method. What I love about this is that the … [Read more...] about Easy Thanksgiving Turkey Recipe
Take Charge of Your Life
A Doctor, A Principal, and A Clergyman Did I tell you the one about the doctor, the principal, and the priest? This is not the preface to a joke. It is real life and the people to whom well-educated grown adults fear the most. As young children, we were taught that you do not … [Read more...] about Take Charge of Your Life
Mom and Dad Aren’t Taking Algebra This Year: Hints to help reduce homework stress.
By Cathy Vatterott Homework. Children and parents alike often dread the thought of it. Whether the trouble is a child's lack of homework skills, unclear parental expectations, or simply too much homework, a variety of problems may result: family squabbles, poor grades, … [Read more...] about Mom and Dad Aren’t Taking Algebra This Year: Hints to help reduce homework stress.