Stay-At-Home Moms Don’t Just Need a Break, We Need Boundaries

This past weekend my husband and sons went to visit family in Washington while my daughters and I stayed home. We had originally planned to go, but at the last minute, one of my daughters...

3 Ways DreamWorks’ THE CROODS Raises the Bar for Animated Films

*This is one in a series of posts going behind the scenes of DreamWorks’ new animated film, THE CROODS. I’ve also written a straightforward movie review of THE CROODS, now out...

Interpreting Stick Figures

Our 5yo Eli can read, navigate any computer or hand-held device, and has an incredibly sharp (almost scary in its clarity) memory. BUT, only recently has he shown any interest in...

Game On

Our crew is easily amused, so laughter rings throughout most of our family time together. Last night was no different as we sat down with snacks (aka: junk. food.) and two of our favorite...

Hannah’s Home!

This week, my oldest daughter is home for her first visit after leaving for college in September. You could say that everyone was very excited and a little emotional at her return. It took...

Sky, Fields, Family

It was impossibly beautiful here in Oregon today. Mid 70′s, bright sun, clear blue sky, lovely breeze. The incredible weather, coupled with the rare occasion that everyone was home...

4 Kids Feels Like a Lot Less Than 5

It’s been one week since my daughter left for college, and I’ve noticed a few things. For starters, 4 kids feels like a lot less than 5. Don’t get me wrong, my daughter is...

Our Family’s “Spark in the Park” with HERSHEY’S Camp Bondfire

This week, I have the great honor of being featured as a HERSHEY’S Camp Bondfire “Camp Counselor” on their Facebook page! HERSHEY’S could not have found anyone more...