Family Quality Time: Date Cards for Kids
I’ve shared many times on Instagram about our tradition of giving “date cards” to each of our five children for Christmas. I even made a hashtag for it called #shimdate! This is an important way that we add family quality…
Work at Home Mom Schedule Tips for Success
I’ve been a work at home mom for over 12 years. Long before I was blogging, I’ve been working for a University from home for years and years. I gave birth three times in the time that I’ve been a…
Weekend in New York: A First Timer’s Guide
A weekend in New York. Is it enough time? Is it worth it? New York City is one of my favorite places to visit. Since my extended family lives in Central Pennsylvania, I’m always trying to plot a trip to…
Disney World Annual Pass: Is It Really Worth It?
We go to Disney World a lot. People ask me now and then, “So do you guys live at Disney?” No, but I wish. “Don’t you ever get sick of it?” Have you seen how big Disney World is? That’s…
Parenting Teens: What They Won’t Tell You They Need
Sometimes it’s hard to believe that I’m the Mom of a teenager. In so many ways, it seems like I was just rocking my 14 year old in my arms, or watching him take his first bite. What they say…
How to Avoid Getting Sick with Kids
In this time of year, it’s so easy to catch every little cold that’s going around. And when you are seeing a lot of different family members and friends, the chances for germs to spread around are multiplied even more!…
How to Homeschool through the Holidays
How do you homeschool five kids, do all the gift giving, holiday activities, drive 16 hours to visit family, and also work part-time in several different jobs? Well, I’m here doing it, so it seems I must know the answer.…
Gift Guide for the Suburban Soccer Mom
Did I plan on being a suburban soccer Mom? Well, yes and no. I always wanted to be a Mom and have a bunch of kids. But I kind of pictured my life a little more hip than the classic…
Disney+ and the 80’s: All the Best Nostalgia to Stream
You know I’m a huge Disney fan. I’m also a huge fan of watching tv. I have other interests of course, like homeschooling and National Parks. But I REALLY like watching tv and movies in my bed. This age of…
Free Things To Do At Disney World: 20 New Ideas
There’s so much to love about Disney World. There’s especially something to love when it’s FREE! And after being a Disney regular for over 30 years, I’ve mastered the things that you can do for little or no money. Of…
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