This post contains affiliate links. We may earn compensation when you click on the links at no additional cost to you. After a couple of incidents with the kids not closing our storage room fridge and freezer all the way, I knew I had to figure out some type of solution so that I would …
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Just Your Average Day…
Every day seems to have something interesting going on when you have 3 & 5 year-old boys at home. One should be concerned about what they might flush down the toilet each time they are in the bathroom. They seem to think it is an indoor whirlpool that the toys want to swim down – …
A Little Humor
Today has been one of those days, the morning started off fairly rough with getting the kids moving. This image on Facebook proves a little humor can help to make the day a little brighter. Momma Giggles – Facebook Remember smiles are contagious, and you just might brighten someone else’s day. …
XBOX Gaming Night
A week ago the boys & I attended XBOX Gaming Night at the Microsoft Store in Salem, NH. The event was sponsored by the Methuen SEPAC (Special Education Parent Advisory Council). It was a fun event for all ages and was open to all students & families within the Methuen School System. The kids had …
My Shy Guy?
My youngest son, Russell has always been my shyest. Always clingy, even with family & friends. But when it comes to the camera, he loves to make silly faces. Sometimes when I look at these photos, it’s hard to believe how shy he can be. Do you have a shy little one? Do they like …
Mom’s Job Never Ends
When my oldest son was born I was working full time in an office. I was lucky enough to be able to work part of the time at home. My days still were very structured, I had a lot of office work with deadlines for clients that had to get done. I only had the …
Puddle or Leaf Pile?
Which is better to jump in: a leaf pile or a puddle? For me, it would depend on the weather. During a warm rain, it is definitely a lot of fun to run around with the kids and splash in the puddles. Living in New England, I love the variety of the seasons! What better …
Finding Time
On a daily basis I have come to realize that I am always trying to find the time for things. …time for my family…time for everyday chores …time for errands …time for myself Now time for myself, is always at the bottom of the list, not sure if this is always a good thing, but …
One of those weeks…
You know those days when your toddler decides that waking up an hour before the alarm is to go off is a good idea. Not too mention that waking mom up once or twice during the night is no big deal. That has been the majority of my days this week. They don’t seem to …
Losing Yourself?
Is it possible to still keep your individuality even when you are in a relationship? Sometimes I feel like I have lost who I am, now that I am a mom and in a relationship. It’s hard to take time to focus on the things that I need sometimes when I am busy with my …