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Join us on the weekends in June as we celebrate parenthood from another perspective - the dad side! We've asked some great friends of Bloomington Moms Blog to join us and explore fatherhood, marriage, parenting and life with us. Look for our dad thoughts every weekend this month! Chip Helm is the author of "Everyday [...]
It’s imperative that our children get the adequate nutrients they need for proper mental health, physical growth, energy levels and much more. I wrote in a past post about why nutrients are essential to our children’s health, along with some suggestions for quick and easy food ideas. As parents, we play a critical role in [...]
Before I actually had my own children I imagined what it would be like to share my love of reading with them. I had pictured myself sitting in a reading tent with all their favorite stuffed animals reading their favorite picture books while they listened sitting snuggled close. Or, we were reading under a tree [...]
"Mom, when are we doing our next Rock Drop?" My youngest child asked me this question last week, and I confess my heart instantly warmed. Last summer I introduced my kids to Kindness Rocks. It is a practice I hoped would become a new family tradition. So, I was delighted when my daughter asked about [...]
Join us on the weekends in June as we celebrate parenthood from another perspective - the dad side! We've asked some great friends of Bloomington Moms Blog to join us and explore fatherhood, marriage, parenting and life with us. Look for our dad thoughts every Saturday this month! Cary Curry is the co-author of "An [...]
Do you pay attention to what you are thinking? Sometimes I think it's amazing to actually journal all the various things that pass through my mind in a moment or a day. They may contradict each other. They may motivate me. They can also make me sad. Our thoughts can sway from one extreme to [...]
Join us on the weekends in June as we celebrate parenthood from another perspective - the dad side! We've asked some great friends of Bloomington Moms Blog to join us and explore fatherhood, marriage, parenting and life with us. Look for our dad thoughts every Saturday this month! I like to think I approach fatherhood [...]
Do you remember the girl in high school who seemed to have it all? Great grades, trophies in multiple sports, good looks, and musical talent on top of it all. Plus, she was nice, so it made it hard to hate her. I’ve always wondered how some people can be abundantly gifted while others struggle [...]
I know you mamas have spent the last six or eight weeks researching all the summer camp possibilities for your kids to give them educational opportunities or a chance to hone their athletic skills or just explore hobbies. Well done! Having a Summer Plan can save the family in many ways. But, I have some [...]
I love watching HGTV! I especially love any house hunting type show that allows me to peek inside other people's homes for ideas and inspiration. Inevitably, in each show, the couple touring the home walk into the master bedroom and take a look at the master closet. No matter how amazing the house is, how [...]
