Once we whittled the pile down to a sensible amount, the kids accompanied me to a women’s shelter to deliver the excess toys. We toured the facility, and the boys got their first glimpse of what life looks like for some. I used it as a teaching moment about how lucky we are, and how we have an obligation to give back to people who are not as fortunate.
If you have a party in the near future, there are a few secrets you can follow to turn your vision of a perfect party into one that is enjoyable from the beginning to end without thinking about the investment the following day.
Music helps create a better bond with my children. When they get in the car from the pickup line, they pick the music, and it helps me to determine what kind of day they have had. Being the mother of two pre-teens, it’s sometimes difficult for them to tell me how they are feeling. Music has helped them express those feelings.
I love to clean. People always look at me a little crazy when I say that, but it's true. There is nothing more satisfying than opening my doors, turning on the music, and cleaning the house! I love to clean when I'm upset, happy, or stressed! I think that having a clean home makes it easier for my family to be happy and to feel safe and rested.
Let me start by saying no sane person is ALWAYS organized! But I would be insane if I did not have my systems in place. Who has time for systems? YOU DO, mama -- and in fact, having them will save you time, frustration, and energy.
Through trial, and lots of error, I have found a couple of options to help manage our out of pocket (OOP) medical expenses -- a Health Savings Account (HSA) and a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Everyone knows that there's nothing like Grandma's cooking. Especially for those raised in Texas, the line "pass the butter please" has been uttered at many a table. Due to being raised by two successful, career oriented parents, our daily...
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7 Bike Shops in Tarrant County
Need a tune up, flat tire fix, wheel alignment, brake repair, or a bike itself? Visit these family-friendly bike shops in Tarrant County.
