Funk No, I'm not talking about that weird smell coming from the very back of the refrigerator. I'm talking about my mood lately. I've been in a funk. Crabby, moody, and not very nice are all probably ways my family would describe me these last couple days. It's all well deserved and more. I've been feeling a little overwhelmed, and letting my emotions get the best of me. … [Read more...]
Vacations needed after you’ve just been on Vacation
Vacations Even though we just got back from my Birthday Vacation, I'm in desperate need of another vacation. Are vacations ever really that relaxing? There's all the excitement of going, and then you try to squeeze in as many fun things as you can while you're there. Plus, if it's a family vacation, like we just had, the kids add a whole other element to it. Let's just say … [Read more...]
Summer School Survival
Summer School When I was young, summer school was something you had to do if you were getting bad grades or if your parents wanted to punish you. These days, it's a completely different program, especially at the elementary school level. Last summer, Mr. B took a kindergarten readiness program, and it was awesome. Not only did he get into the routine of going to school … [Read more...]
Fun on Friday
Fun Who had some fun this week? Even though the months seem to fly by, this week dragged a bit for me. Perhaps it was the raging hunger or the lack of energy from beginning the Whole30? Or maybe the never-ending tantrums from the twins? Or it might have been the not sleeping at night thing. Well, enough of that. I did have a little fun this week, and this weekend looks to … [Read more...]
Sleep Questions on Ask Away Thursday
Sleep Questions Sleep is definitely one of the hardest parts of parenting. Usually no one is getting enough of it. I hardly remember the first 6 months of my oldest child's life because I was so sleep deprived. People also have very strong opinions on sleep. "Co-sleeping is not acceptable!" "Co-sleeping is best for the baby." "Sleep training is the only way your … [Read more...]