You are my first. I am learning to be a mother because of you. You've taught me more about myself and about life than...
5…4…3…2…1…Happy new (school) year! Seeing the new boxes of crayons and glue sticks in the stores is my cue to start making my new...
Summer is winding down, and the stores are full of crayons, glue sticks, and pencils. My second grader is grabbing the school list and...
If you're like me, you probably try your best to limit screen time but also know sometimes flipping on a show is the easiest...
My palms were sweaty, and I cleared my throat. It had seemed like a good idea, but now that the moment was here I...
Any time someone asks me where our soon-to-be kindergartner will be going to school next year, I cringe and try to change the subject....
Will my teacher(s) be nice? Where will our classroom be located? Will I get a lot of homework? Who will I eat with at...
Finding the holy grail of stories that feature good principles, prose and pictures for preschoolers isn’t easy. I’ve spent time trawling the library and...
"Aren't you sad?"
I have been asked that question a dozen times in the last month. You see, my youngest, my baby boy, is growing...
As a teacher, the surprise ending of the children’s book First Day Jitters always brings a smile to my face. Amidst all the back...
It's the MOST wonderful time of the year!
Yes, friends...my favorite time of year is upon us. Aisle after aisle of boxes filled with...
You know the old adage, "practice makes perfect"? Did you know it's not actually true? Practice does not make perfect, PERFECT practice makes perfect....
Late last year, my husband and I started the search for a new daycare for our daughter (now 2.5). While some parents dread the...
Although there are so many competing skills and ideals moms want to impart to our children, one of the things I knew before we...
Even with the many opportunities afforded to women in the workforce, the decisions we face surrounding motherhood and career can be quite complicated.
One such...
Your Guide To KC
Mom’s Guide to Exploration Place in Wichita
Exploration Place in Wichita is just under three hours from Kansas City and a great day or weekend trip for Kansas City families. This...
