When I want to get my kids' attention, I have to interrupt their daily programming. This usually includes the removal of something beloved - a toy, favorite treat, fun activity, television show, etc. I don't take something they enjoy away just for kicks of course. I do it for their best interest - this is … Continue reading Pay Attention
Through the glass window beside our front door, I caught a glimpse of a spider hard at work beneath the glow of our porch light. She was hustling. It seemed she was just beginning the work on what would be a beautiful, strong web by morning. I paused to watch her strategy. At times it … Continue reading Mama, You’re Free
Pregnancy paired with old home movies is pretty much guaranteed to evoke tears. My father-in-law transferred all my parents old home movies onto DVD this spring, so I recently watched them for the first time in years. I wanted to see myself at my son's current age - how we compare in both appearance and … Continue reading Changing of the Guard
This is not a how-to list for homemakers, so keep reading. How much stuff do you have? How much time do you spend taking care of said stuff? Do you have an overwhelming amount of laundry sitting around your house? Does food go bad in your refrigerator? Do you find yourself needing extra storage? Do … Continue reading 5 Ways to Simplify Life at Home
Vanessa Stimmel 