I love to write, I have loved it ever since I was little. When I finally bothered to start doing so I couldn’t stop; plays, poems and short stories were always flowing out of me. So of course I want cultivate that same passion in both of my boys… butRead More →
We talked a little while ago about how I will be starting a new journey as a homeschooling parent with COVID making the upcoming school year unpredictable. Our family has decided that it is the best way to go about our kids education, to create the least amount of interruptionsRead More →
So it is official this house is going to be homeschooling or distance learning come September. I know crazy right? Me in charge of their education… a grade 5 student and a grade 8 student, but the risk of sending them is just not worth it to me. Not worthRead More →
Mom guilt is all too real. There probably isn’t a mom on the planet who hasn’t experienced it from time to time, and it can make you feel incredibly alone, and isolated with your feelings. If you’re a sufferer of mom guilt, the good news is, there are things youRead More →
You have a lot of opportunities to impart your wisdom onto your children as they grow up. When they are little, they will eagerly listen to every word you say, soaking up the knowledge and tips you have for them to get through life in a hectic world. As theyRead More →
It’s scary to let your children grow up, but when you were looking at your six year old and they suddenly become your sixteen year old, a level of growing up is required. It’s scary for a parent, and it’s liberating for a teenager to start looking at ways toRead More →
No mother likes to think about it, but teenagers will soon be flying the nest. They spread their wings, and off they go into the world – and it’s terrifying! However, as parents, we have the opportunity of teaching your teen how to be functional humans before they leave. ByRead More →
Parenting is a big challenge, but it can be even tougher when your child is going through a stressful situation. As a parent, you always want your child to be happy and healthy, so when there’s a problem, you want to do whatever you can to help them fix it.Read More →
Getting together with your family for festive occasions is always, generally speaking, a positive thing. No doubt a large part of the reason why the main annual holidays of various cultures have endured throughout the ages, is because of the fact that they help to bring people together, give lifeRead More →
If you’re a mum who’s been out of work for a while, the process of getting back to it can be a little daunting. You’ve had all the focus on your kids for so long, so another big change will likely be an adjustment. The key is to be kindRead More →