I smile as I watch my kids “play” while I clean the living room. Kylie is dancing around a very upset James, who is on the floor for some much needed tummy time. I laugh as I pluck Kylie’s doll off of the floor. The doll, who is affectionately named Hayla, is looking slightly worse [...]

What is it about crayons that scream “write on EVERYTHING” to a child?  I think to myself as I look down at my daughters step stool.  It has gone from a pretty white and green with flowers to a streaky blue.  At least she did a good job, I guess.  I let out a deep [...]

A quiet cup of coffee is all I need in the morning to make the day I am about to embark on a good one. I like to have a moment to myself before the chaos of my life begins. I sip the giant, over sugared, over creamed mug of “wonderful” and breathe. I think [...]