The one thing you will NEVER regret!

What do you regret? I have had a lot of regrets throughout my life so far – wishing I had done things differently in raising my older kids, regretting all the hours I spent trying to make money from home when my kids were little (and we were doing fine without that “extra income”), and… Continue reading The one thing you will NEVER regret!

Sunday Sip: 2 Corinthians 4:18 – Fix your eyes

  What are your eyes fixed on today? I’m sure you are not like me . . . struggling with the constant battle within between spirit and soul – between focusing on and believing in the promises and truth of God, versus the reality of the people, words spoken, and circumstances surrounding me. What?  You… Continue reading Sunday Sip: 2 Corinthians 4:18 – Fix your eyes

Welcome to Mothering Matters

In light of the fact that many of you are new to Mothering Matters this week (thanks to the generous Giveaway going on) – I wanted to say . . . My hope and goal with Mothering Matters is to be an encouragement, support and resource for you moms (and dads). Here are some of… Continue reading Welcome to Mothering Matters

Are you a bad mom? (Part 2)

Are you a bad mom? If you missed the 1st part – You can read it HERE before continuing. . . . Where did things first go wrong? Reread that passage in Genesis again. It wasn’t the Father, and it wasn’t the kids (yes – later it was their choice) . . . There was… Continue reading Are you a bad mom? (Part 2)

Happy Valentine’s Day!!

Happy Valentine’s Day! I had wanted to say Happy Valentine’s Day to all of you earlier today, but I ended spending the day preparing to surprise my kids and hubby with a turkey dinner, “fancy” decorations for the table (including the “good” plates and glasses), homemade Valentine’s cards for the kids (that started off going… Continue reading Happy Valentine’s Day!!

Are you a Bad Mom? (Part 1)

Are you a Bad Mom? On Mothering Matters Facebook page a few days ago, I asked the question – “What is your biggest fear as a mom?”  One mom bravely and honestly responded something I think many (if not most) of us have feared or thought about at one point or another . . .… Continue reading Are you a Bad Mom? (Part 1)

Slugs & Bugs Under Where? Review and Giveaway!

This day will never come again! What am I talking about? This is the very FIRST GIVEAWAY on Mothering Matters! {I can hear the cheers . . . Yay!!}  Yes – we’ll have many more giveaways to come . . . but this “First” will never come again. I am honored and thrilled to be… Continue reading Slugs & Bugs Under Where? Review and Giveaway!

Money Monday: Are you sure there’s only one “You”?

More than one “you”? Last year we had something happen to us that has never happened before . . . We found out someone (or several others) was posing as my husband. Someone had swiped my husband’s credit cards . . . without actually taking them! Yes – you heard me right . . .… Continue reading Money Monday: Are you sure there’s only one “You”?

Fun Friday: Costumes & Playing Dress-up . . . It’s more than just for Halloween!

Costumes Ok – I know it’s not Halloween {um . . . not even close, Lori!}. But as a mom of 5 kids (+ 1 extra in the pic below!), I have to say – we do have our share of costumes around here! Many of them are “homemade”, but occasionally we’ve bought some from… Continue reading Fun Friday: Costumes & Playing Dress-up . . . It’s more than just for Halloween!

Teaching your kids about Fairness and Wise Choices

“That’s not fair!” With 5 kids – we definitely have to deal with fairness quite often around here! My first response when my kids say “that’s not fair!” has frequently been – “Wow!  You are so smart!  You’ve already learned that and you’re only 6! (or 3 or 4 or whatever age they were) You… Continue reading Teaching your kids about Fairness and Wise Choices

Great Wolf Lodge NEW Promo Code – 48 hours only!

Great Wolf Lodge (Williamsburg)- Only $169.99/night For Williamsburg ONLY. See website for details.  *Rate based on 4 guests per room. Click HERE to make your reservations now! Promo Code: R48HOUR Sale ends FRIDAY 1/27/2012 at 11am EST Send this deal to your friends via FB, Twitter or other ways below! *The “undefined” one is Pinterest. … Continue reading Great Wolf Lodge NEW Promo Code – 48 hours only!

Great Wolf Lodge Promo Code 2012 – Feed your Family

  Great Wolf Lodge Deal Promo Code Our family LOVES Great Wolf Lodge.  If you are not able to take advantage of the fantastic Homeschool Experience discounted dates this year – here’s another promo code for you (for Williamsburg, VA).  I will try to keep you updated on future promo codes as well.  You know… Continue reading Great Wolf Lodge Promo Code 2012 – Feed your Family

A Good Mother (Are you a good mom?)

Artwork by Beth Fox

You are a GOOD mother! We all have those days when we feel like we’ve “blown it” as a mom.  But do you ever have one of those days – or maybe it’s even just a moment – when you realize –  you just did something right as a mom – and you feel like… Continue reading A Good Mother (Are you a good mom?)