The importance of playtime for children
As a parent and as a drama teacher, I have noticed how unscheduled play has taken a bit of a backseat. Children are expected...
Cluttered space, cluttered mind
Growing up, how many times a day did your parents have to tell you to clean your room? Lucky for me, I was naturally...
Letting children learn from their mistakes
All humans make mistakes. It's inevitable, whether intentional or not. What we need to focus on is the acknowledging our slip-ups and growing from...
Mind your online manners, mom!
I find it quite funny that as parents we are so aware of raising our children to know, understand and practice good manners, when...
4 Qualities That Make A Real Man
There have been many changes in the roles of the sexes over the past 60 years. As a result, the expectation of men and...
Whose advice should you take?
One of the most vital things any parent can have is information. Babies, while being wonderful and priceless, have one major flaw: They arrive...
The truth about marriage
In my early twenties I had anxious thoughts towards marriage. It stemmed from the fear of having a failed marriage. This was due to...
Embrace Your Season
Time flies whether it's fun or not
Life is a blur. It flies past at a dizzy rate and before you know where you are, your...
What are the foundations of your life?
We all know foundations are important. They are what support buildings and houses. Without them, buildings would crumble. But what are the foundations of...
Why moms need a break
Are you a mom? Do you hope to be one someday? Moms carry so much weight and responsibility when it comes to caring for...