Oops and Daisies

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Creative Writing: Why I Welcome Criticism

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I write every day, clicking away at my keyboard. This is, naturally, a solitary activity, unless you count the dog who usually cuddles by my side or my kids who are often upstairs for quiet time (when they’re not asking me for a snack for the millionth time). Sometimes I’ll join my writing group, particularly during Nanowrimo, for a write-in, where we focus on getting words onto paper. Even then, … [Read more...]

How to Create a Vision Board: The Power of Visualization:

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I cracked open another moving box. As with the other ones, it was jam packed with office odds and ends. I took out a few folders and found a place for them within my desk. A couple books went up on a shelf. And then a poster board. Although it was clearly worn and creased, I opened it up carefully. My vision board. A Vision Board: Visualizing What You Want in Your Life  I had made … [Read more...]

7 Tips to Help You Begin Toddler Chores Successfully

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This article first appeared on Self Sufficient Kids in March 2019. Toddler chores are a great way to introduce kids to chores and begin to raise natural helpers. Below are seven tips to get you started and be successful.  “I need to sweep. Where’s the broom?” my daughter asked as she came downstairs.  My first reaction was one of shock. “Excuse me?” I blurted out, still … [Read more...]

Five Meditation Ideas for Moms

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I tried countless times to do meditation. I tried Oprah's meditations, but clocking in at 20 minutes or so, if I did it during the day, I was inevitably interrupted by one of the kids. At night, I’d fall asleep. So what about before the kids woke up? Ha! With my youngest regularly waking at 6am, if not earlier, that wasn’t about to happen. (Affiliate links included). But with the … [Read more...]

3 Life Lessons from Frozen 2

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Frozen 2 was all my daughter could talk about after we saw it. Now, weeks later, we’re well on our way to memorizing the songs, but you know what? I’m actually okay with that, because my whole family adored the movie, including the songs. Warning, spoilers ahead. (Affiliate links may be included). Little miss recently asked me, “Will you and daddy leave forever?”  “What do you mean … [Read more...]

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