My morning has to include a few small habits that help me stay sane as a stay-at-home mom and homeschool mom. I’ve learned what helps me feel grounded and ready to take on the day—especially because our home is also our school, our workspace, and our “everything.” I’m very routine-oriented. I love having a rhythm…
The holidays were not as expected this year with my whole family being sick (except for me thankfully). Unfortunately a lot of family and friends that we talked with were also sick during the Christmas season. Although the excitement of Christmas wasn’t as it normally was, we spent a lot of time chilling on the…
This post is part of my toy series where I’m sharing the things that actually get played with in our home—not just opened on Christmas morning and forgotten a week later. These are the things that are good quality and last through many ages and stages. In this post, I’m focusing on the toys and…
Today I’m talking about the comfort items—the cozy, calming, always-within-arm’s-reach things that help my kids wind down, reset, and feel safe. These are the toys that live on beds, in baskets by the couch, and often end up tucked under arms in the car. They’re not flashy or trendy, but they make a huge difference…
About a year or two ago, I made a conscious decision that I was going to help my kids develop a deeper love for reading. Since then, I’ve implemented a few small changes in our daily routine that have made a big difference. Because I homeschool, we naturally have a little more time to dedicate…