The Elf on the Shelf is Magical, I don't care what anyone else says
I'm going to say it... I love the Elf on the Shelf. Yeah, you heard me. I know it's all over the internet and social media how moms and dads are speaking out against him but I love that creepy bastard. Sure, it's a pain to think up cute and creative ways for that little jerk to trash my house. Yes, I blow through more marshmallows in December than I do all year long (actually I think this may be the only time of year I even buy them). Okay, I have woken up at 2am in a panic
Walk in their Little Shoes: Understanding Your Child's Point of View
One of your most important responsibilities as a parent is to understand your child’s point of view so that you can effectively nurture, instruct, and even discipline him or her. While much has been written about how parents can learn to understand both how their children think and what motivates them to do what they do, it really all boils down to personality. In other words, your child’s personality will shape how he or she relates not only to you, but also to the world in
Traveling alone for the 1st time!
I'm in Chicago. Freezing. Sitting in a hotel room. By myself. I don't travel much. I can count on both hands how many times I've flown in my 44 years of life. This weekend, I have an incredible opportunity to attend the Gigi's Playhouse National Conference. I'm on the board and part of the marketing team for Gigi's Playhouse Tampa and am so excited to learn all I can so we have a successful opening this spring! The last time I flew without my husband our daughter was 2 (s
