It seems like I am always dashing from this to that these days. Seriously, it's crazy. The other day, the kids' soccer coach texted me that she would be a few minutes late to practices and I laughed. I am always late to practice. It's shameful, really. I'm making a real effort to cut down on our tardiness. It's tough when in order to get everything done, my time is … [Read more...]
Easy Decoupage Craft Idea for Kids: Soccer Memory Frame
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and The Coca-Cola Company. All opinions are mine alone. #NotSoFastMom #CollectiveBias Having your kids in sports can be draining, right? We go to so much trouble to get them to soccer practices and games on time and with all their gear. As with everything else, getting everything the kids need in the car comes before … [Read more...]
When mothering gets hard
I text out an SOS when I am on the verge of a mom meltdown. "I'm a donkey on the edge." (Thank you, Eddie Murphy) Most of the time, there's nothing the recipients of my message can do about it. My sister lives in another state. My BFF might as well, too, since she moved across the river and into the next county. Plus, my husband is almost always out of town when I get to … [Read more...]
Tips for Preventing Seasickness on Your Disney Cruise
Are you excited about the thought of your upcoming Disney Dream Cruise, but worried about seasickness that goes with it? I know that feeling. I've shared our trials with Pea's queasy tummy. Dealing with motion sickness and stomach bugs are among my most popular parenting hacks. Luckily there are plenty of ways to keep motion sickness and sea sickness at bay, so you can get … [Read more...]
Over 25 Fun School Lunch Essentials
Do you remember when a brown paper sack would suffice for lunch? I used to pull that crumpled up and squished bag from the pits of my backpack and spend the first 20 minutes of lunch convincing myself that I preferred my pb&j smooshed together. The flavors melded together better that way. There are so many fun school lunch essentials to choose from these … [Read more...]