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Last Thanksgiving, my daughter asked me a question that stopped me mid-turkey-baste: “Mom, what’s our thing for Thanksgiving?”I looked around at the usual chaosโhomemade pie cooling on the counter, football playing in the background, a spread of signature dishesโand realized she was right. We had all the standard elements of
Is There Anything More Midwestern Than Tatertot Hotdish? Letโs be honestโif youโre from the Midwest (or married to someone who is), then you already know that tatertot hotdish is basically a love language. In our house, comfort food means one thing: a cheesy, golden, crunchy-topped tatertot casserole loaded with beef
With Love, Trauma: Healing from Childhood Trauma and Reclaiming Your Identity Recently in therapy, I told my therapist that I was tired of feeling like my entire existence was a trauma response. Healing from childhood trauma has become a priority for me. I joked that if someone were writing my
Why Family Movie Nights Matter Family movie nights are a wonderful tradition that offers more than just an opportunity to sit together and watch a film. They provide a time for connection, relaxation, and creating cherished memories with loved ones. For mothers who practice gentle parenting, these evenings are a
If your life looks anything like mine, you know spring brings a special kind of chaos. The school yearโs winding down, the kids are bouncing off the walls from more sunshine (and letโs be honest, more popsicles), and Iโm suddenly expected to keep up with all the thingsโsports sign-ups, garden
Easy DIY sensory bottles for calming kids are a fantastic tool for emotional regulation, providing a mesmerizing and soothing visual experience. Whether youโre dealing with a toddler’s tantrum or a school-aged child’s anxiety, these simple homemade bottles can be a game-changer. In this blog, weโll show you how to create
If you know me, you know I have a soft spot for the Wizarding World. When Shane and I were expecting Carolynn, we even had a Harry Potter gender reveal (yes, there were wands and house colors involvedโit was everything my book-loving heart dreamed of). So when one of my
Easy St. Patrickโs Day Crafts for Kids: DIY Puff Paint, Free Printables & More! St. Patrickโs Day is the perfect time to get crafty with your little ones! Whether you’re looking for a creative way to celebrate leprechauns, rainbows, and shamrocks or just need some festive activities to keep the