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)
Tag: Parenting
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
Happy Birthday Mom!
No – It’s not my mom’s birthday today . . . it’s actually mine. {Yay – Happy Birthday to me! :)} But growing up, I never thought it was right that moms were not celebrated on these special days (and as a mom now – I double that sentiment! :)) What did I do on… Continue reading Happy Birthday Mom!
A Good Mother (Are you a good mom?)
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?)
Parenting is Hard
Raising teenagers is like nailing Jello to the wall. – Anonymous Parenting is hard. I think it was God’s sneaky way of letting us experience just what He goes through in raising all of us! Today I learned we are a lot like teenagers in our relationship with God . . . we ask Him… Continue reading Parenting is Hard
Kids Chores (part 4): Letting Go
If you missed Part 1, Part 2 or Part 3 of this series – click on the number you want to read. “My theory on housework is, if the item doesn’t multiply, smell, catch fire, or block the refrigerator door, let it be. No one else cares. Why should you?” – Erma Bombeck Ok –… Continue reading Kids Chores (part 4): Letting Go
Fun Friday – Just for Laughs
Happy Fun Friday! I’ve always loved Erma Bombeck! I miss her zany, in-your-face (and you know it’s “so true”) quotes on life, parenting, kids and more. They always made me laugh and were good medicine for a dreary day. So – You may find me posting some of her quotes for awhile . . .… Continue reading Fun Friday – Just for Laughs
Dad Sense Song – Anita Renfroe
Finally – a song for the Dads! Awhile ago I posted this hilarious video of Anita Renfroe singing her famous “Mom Song” – sung to the tune of the William Tell Overture. If you haven’t seen the Mom Song yet – you’ve got to watch it! Hilarious! So for all you Dads who felt left… Continue reading Dad Sense Song – Anita Renfroe
Free Parenting Webinar @ Inspired to Action TODAY!
Free Webinar TODAY! I know this is late notice – but I just had to post this. Over at Inspired to Action TODAY at 2pm and 9pm, they will be hosting a FREE Parenting Webinar! Here is a little bit of info from Kat at Inspired to Action (but head on over to their site… Continue reading Free Parenting Webinar @ Inspired to Action TODAY!
Children Live What They Learn
Children Learn What They Live If a child lives with criticism, he learns to condemn . . . If a child lives with hostility, he learns to fight . . . If a child lives with fear, he learns to be apprehensive . . . If a child lives with pity, he learns to feel… Continue reading Children Live What They Learn
Best Day with YOU – Today!
With an 11-year-old daughter in the house – I’ve heard Taylor Swift echoing from the upstairs as well as being sung at the dinner table . . . but I had not heard or seen this song and video before today. Grab your tissues all you Moms! This is a good reminder . . .… Continue reading Best Day with YOU – Today!
President Mom
President – Is it the toughest job? What is the toughest job in the world? In this nation? Many people might say that running a country – as President (or other title) – would rank high on the list (if not at the top). There are others (especially those who are sleep-deprived, being held onto… Continue reading President Mom
Mom guilt?
Ok – so I have to admit, I don’t know if I’ve ever had “mom guilt”. Maybe I did . . . once . . . when I was a younger mom . . . but since much of my memory seems to have left through my breastmilk given to my 4 precious kids, in… Continue reading Mom guilt?
One Million Arrows
Hello!! It’s been too long! I am sorry!! It’s not that I have forgotten about you . . . but I’ve just been busy (5 kids, taking a ministry class, missions trip, summer craziness . . . ). It’s not an excuse – I know. But I have missed chatting with you. 🙂 This morning… Continue reading One Million Arrows
Bedtime Parenting technique. . . FAIL
Ok – so I have to share one of my other attempts at parenting with honor and love – and teaching my kids how to make their own wise choices. Last week the kids had been sent to bed, but they were doing their usual – running between rooms, laughing, talking, and goofing off (we… Continue reading Bedtime Parenting technique. . . FAIL