Authors Posts by Angela
Angela
Hi Everyone! I’m Angela and am honored to be joining this incredible group of Mid-Michigan Moms. While I'm usually a mom who wears several hats (writer, writing instructor, and volunteer), I'm currently homeschooling my two small kids. Together, we love adventuring into nature and reading All OF THE BOOKS.
The Need for Parenting Apps: A Blessing Not a Curse
The other day I was standing in line waiting to pick my kids up after school when I heard a couple moms complaining behind me about all of the parenting apps out there. You...
Dear Daughter, Thank You For Making Me Brave
Dear Daughter,
Thank you for helping me be brave. You’ve taught me a lot about being a woman in your short five years of life. You’ve inspired me more than you’ll ever know. And overall,...
How to Practice Gratitude with Your Kids
November is a month to be cognizant of practicing gratitude. While we all know this is something we should exercise all year long, life often gets busy, and well, we forget. So, with the...
Empathy: The Only Superpower I Hope My Children Learn
Today, our children live in a world where society pounds perfection into their heads. They are expected to specialize in one sport by age eight, master chess by age 10, take every AP class...
Moms, Don’t Feel Guilty, Go Chase Your Dreams!
Often, when we become mothers, we lose our identities. We put our dreams aside to concentrate on our new mission in life - to be the best mother we can be. And while I...
When Your Best Friend Saves You in Motherhood
I didn’t learn about Best Friends Day until recently. But if anyone has ever deserved their own day, isn’t it the best friend? I certainly know that my best friend has saved me often...
Enjoy Summer With This Kid-Friendly A to Z Bucket List
Summer is almost here. Finally. And as moms, we want to sprint out of the door {with or without our children… just sayin’} to breathe in all of that fresh air. It seems like...
How To Plant A Garden With Kids
The idea of gardening with kids can be daunting. Trust me, I get it. But if starting a garden has always been something on your mind, you must give it a shot. You will...
Dear Marie Kondo, I’m Not Asking My Kids If A Toy “Sparks Joy”
Marie Kondo and her Netflix show are all the rage right now. I get it. She encourages decluttering and the organization of homes everywhere. Her method helps mothers, too. Because as we all know,...