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Monthly Archives: May 2019

There Are No Absolutes In Parenting, It’s Complicated

Parenting, oh boy is it ever complicated. From the moment you learn you’re pregnant or are expecting a child by any means, your mind...

Foster Children: The Night We Answered the Call

I don't remember the phone ringing, but I remember pausing and looking at my husband with huge eyes when I realized who was calling. ...

A Lesson For My Fair-Weather Child: Don’t Give Up

a lesson on not giving up
As a two-year-old, my son Landon has just started becoming interested in TV shows. The ones he enjoys are based on the characters he’s...

7 Travel Tips: What You Need To Know Before Packing With...

Bye bye, carry-on only trips! Bring on the backpacks, the strollers, the car seats and yes, even the toddler safety leashes!  Prior to kids, I...

Beating the Summer Slide With The Speech Language Learning Center

The summer slide, the phrase used to describe the loss of learned information that many children experience in reading and math skills over the summer months, can take a toll on any child, but for a child that has speech or language disorders, summer can be particularly difficult. The Say and Play Learning Sessions at The Speech and Language Learning Center (SLLC) can help!

Why I Added You On Facebook, Mom From School

To all of the random moms from my child's school that I've added on Facebook, Thank you. Thank you for accepting my seemingly random friend...

5 Simple Ways to Display Your Kid’s Artwork

At the end of the week, you might find yourself with a fresh pile of your kid's artwork. If you're anything like me you...

Faith Lutheran Preschool: Mid-Michigan Moms Blog Reader Voted Top Area Preschool

A few months ago we polled our reading audience, and asked for “Preschool Recommendations in Genesee County”. The response was amazing, further demonstrating just how passionate we mamas are about the area resources and schools available for our kiddos! Many schools were highlighted and mentioned, but the clear area favorite was Faith Lutheran Preschool, located in Grand Blanc.

Preparing For Unexpected Disaster; Having a Family Plan is Key

Last summer, we had an emergency at my parent’s home. The electrical box overloaded, showering the room where one of my disabled sisters was...