I have learned to smudge so it will clear negative energy and I believe it works (and if I believe it, then it works for me!) This article is taken from Indigenous Corporate Training Inc. They described smudging so well… Sacred smoke created from burning medicinal or sacred plants is an aspect of many cultures […]
Since I was four years old I had always wanted to adopt a baby with dark skin. Anytime I went out of the country- to Mexico and Asia- I would go crazy over these little kids. Oh my gosh, they’re so cute! I remember telling my grandpa that I was going to adopt a black […]
I have always had Saturday cleaning for my kids. When we became a blended family, this task was much harder. I was put on the BAD list of all of our 7 kids living at home, immediately. Before it was do it or die. Now I had to be all nice and stuff. My lists […]
I’ve had a lot of practice with cleaning and organizing kids’ rooms. Nine kids gave me a ton of practicing patience, I mean, practicing cleaning. It starts out with two choices-teach them to do it themselves or what may seem easier to do at the moment- do it myself. I have cleaned plenty of rooms […]
Has the paint come off your furniture, doors, baseboards? Try using a sharpie to hide it. There are all colors of sharpies – you can use white or black or gray or whatever matches your wood! I found the most amazing ways to use sharpies on furniture! **Please try it in an inconspicuous spot first […]
I have people ask me how I do things in my house. They all seem so normal to me, but some people really get a kick out of it. SO have at it! This is how we do… Daily Kitchen Chore List – October Melissa – Dining table Jessica – Island countertop Rachelle – Unload […]
You Can’t Teach Children to Behave Better By Making Them Feel Worse. When Children Feel Better, They Behave Better. Pam Leo
Five Must-Have Supplies That Should Be Part Of Your Disaster Preparedness No matter where you live, what your personal situation is, or what type of disasters you may be facing, there are some basic supplies everyone should have on hand just in case. Here are five things that you should stock and store at all […]
Is your computer desktop screen cluttery? Here’s how to fix it for good… As life keeps ticking I realize that I don’t do very well with clutter. I have tried to be ok with “the mess” at different seasons of my life, but as I really get to know ME, I do much better with […]
What are your kids going to give their friends and teachers this year for the holiday? Rachelle created these cute chocolate spoons to add to hot cocoa mugs. It’s easy– you may want to try it! This is how to make chocolate spoons & hot cocoa mugs for presents… STEP 1: Buy ALMOND BARK. The […]
Christmas is around the corner, and so is Christmas break. It’s a time when many parents shell out cash on winter day-camp or extra daycare costs for their kid’s days off school. This is in addition to the usual holiday costs of travel, special meals, and gifts. The prices add up in your head and […]
When I was a little girl our neighbors adopted a baby from Korea. She was the most darling thing I had ever seen. It was then that my eyes were opened to the idea of adoption. Later, when I was 16, I went on a tour of the Orient. I loved it and the experience […]
There are many women in my life who have had a strong influence on me– of course my own mother, sisters, friends, etc. One mother stands out to me this year and has been important in my life, but she is a mom I have never met. 13 years ago I had 5 beautiful blonde […]
In this world full of drive and being better than the next person, creates a lot of anxiety, especially when you are a parent. No wonder this world is at an all-time high for anti-depressants, suicides, and unhappiness. I was in the rat race years ago. I remember thinking, “My kids are going to be […]
Once in a while, things happen that make me stop in my tracks. Yesterday I went to Rachelle’s bedroom and told her to hurry and clean her room. Instantly I was drawn back 17 years ago… We were all in the minivan getting ready to go to a violin lesson. Jeremy was 3 years old […]
