Since catching the home improvement bug, the books I read, and the websites I frequent have drastically changed. What to Expect: The Toddler Years has been replaced by This Old House magazine. Evenings are no longer spent on parenting discussion boards but pages and pages of amazing DIY blogs. I have to admit when IContinue reading “What’s On My Nightstand”
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How to Talk to Kids About Lying
I had more than one child lie to me today. Being lied to usually gets under my skin more than whatever it is they are trying to cover up.Reading this article called “Teaching Your Kids to Be Honest” helped me realize I need to put forth a little more effort to help children learn aboutContinue reading “How to Talk to Kids About Lying”
I Am a Runner. You Are a Runner.
How do you earn the title of “runner?” For many years I believed a true runner woke up at 5 am and ran in the cold, rain, snow, or blistering heat. A runner pushed through speed workouts, tempo runs, and endless long runs. A runner trained for marathons. A runner was sleek and lean. AContinue reading “I Am a Runner. You Are a Runner.”
Keep Your Money: 21 Ways to Save Money on Clothes
Saving Money on Clothes Clothing is a necessary thing, but it does not have to add up to a huge expense. No matter how large the family, you can save money on clothes and still look fabulous. Being frugal doesn’t mean dressing in rags; it means using all of your resources wisely while spending theContinue reading “Keep Your Money: 21 Ways to Save Money on Clothes”