7 Handcrafts for Cabin Fever

7 Handcrafts for Cabin Fever

Here in the Midwest, we’re being pummeled with snowstorm after snowstorm. It’s been a while since we’ve seen anything but white on the ground and it doesn’t appear to be leaving any time soon. But it’s beautiful and cozy, so I’m not...
2018 Holiday Gift Guide – Creative Play

2018 Holiday Gift Guide – Creative Play

Open ended, creative play is so important for our little ones. Play is a child’s work! It is how he learns about the world around him and sets a firm foundation for book learning later on in life. I love to see little ones playing and using their imaginations....
World Breastfeeding Week

World Breastfeeding Week

World Breastfeeding Week. Why is it that anytime (every day!) there is a focus on bringing awareness or praising one lifestyle or way of doing things, the other side stands up offended. World Breastfeeding Week offends the formula feeders. Mother’s Day offends...
5 Ways Seven Kids are Easier the Two

5 Ways Seven Kids are Easier the Two

When I was very pregnant with Blaise, I found myself at Mass with Andrew, but with none of the kids. I kindly woman approached us afterwards and asked “Is this your first?” Of course, once a mama of a big family answer honestly (I admit to being tempted to...