The baby was up every 3 hours last night. Felt like I hardly slept a wink last night. Make breakfast, pack lunch, and wash last night’s dinner dishes (maybe). Start the coffee, grab my bag . . . where did I put my car keys last night? Drop-off at school by 8 AM. Don’t forget to pack a snack. Running late – hope there’s not too much traffic. Take preschooler…
Accept the reality: Real moms do not have immaculate houses without clutter.Real moms do not get everything done.Real moms look worn out at the end of the day.Real moms do not make gourmet meals every night.Real moms do not smile all day.Real moms make it through a day at a time. Real moms have the best reward . . . children who grow up, and the promise that someday they…
Dear Joyce, My kids are back in school (grade 4, grade 2 and preschool), but I feel like I am always running – I never get caught up!   I am a stay-at-home mom and not the most organized person. Dinner time is the worst since I am trying to help with homework at the same time. Please help me, Going Crazy Dear Going Crazy, I do have good news for…
Backpack. Check. Pencils. Check. Lunch. Check. Folders. Check. September is the start of a new school year for both kids and parents. We invest in new outfits (because it seems they outgrew everything over the summer), new shoes, and fresh school supplies. As we send them off, don’t forget to also invest in your children’s character so they will grow in integrity, honesty, and virtue. Before they head off to…
