I turned 40 in October. The big one! It is true what people say, time just keeps going by faster and faster. I still feel about 26 in my heart and mind! Many people have asked me how I feel about turning 40. There is a negative stigma about aging isn’t there? My...

The term separation anxiety in relation to parenting refers to a development milestone that occurs in most babies between 6 to 7 months of age when they develop object permanence. Object permanence means that the baby has learned that things and people still exist...

My husband recently brought a box down from the attic labeled, “Music toys.” In the box are all sorts of playful musical instruments for children. There is a small xylophone, castanets, tambourine, recorder, drum, and other instruments. The baby now enjoys “playing”...

After more than 6 years of having the same iPhone, I decided it was time to upgrade! My husband and I pre-ordered the newest, latest and greatest iPhone and were very excited when they arrived. Purchasing a new phone is not cheap! We also have 3 boys who are messy and...

I'm sure you've heard it said that prayer is our most powerful weapon. I've been praying that God would increase my love for specific people in my life. The love is already there, but I desire an abundance of love! You may be familiar with Matthew 5:44, "You have...

I love the month of November because it gives us intentional space to slow down and express our gratitude in light of Thanksgiving. Ephesians 5:20,"Giving thanks always and for everything to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ," Very simply, gratitude...

I'm 2.5 months into a fitness and nutrition plan and it is going great! I needed some help to get the final bit of baby weight off and I'm well on my way. I know I've shared on the air that I really don't enjoy working out. Exercise is incredibly difficult for me....

I'll admit that at 40 years old, I'm not as up on apps as my younger counter parts may be. About a year ago I was introduced to Marco Polo and have really enjoyed it to stay connected to my friends during the pandemic. Marco Polo allows you to send video messages (any...

It is that time of year where the trees share their beautiful colors and shortly after fall sweetly to the ground. You know what that means? Raking galore! My husband spent a great deal of time raking and bagging leaves this past week. The lawn looked pretty nice by...

The baby is in the phase where he thinks it is hilarious to empty out kitchen cupboards of their contents. I love his curiosity and sense of adventure! All of the cupboards actually have childproof locks on them except one of them that holds all of the plastic kid's...