Another year is coming to a close, and I want to wish you all a very merry Christmas. I count you among my many blessings! The light of the Christmas star to you, The warmth of home and hearth to you, The cheer and good will of friends to you, The hope of a childlike heart to you, The joy of a thousand angels to you, The love of the Son, And God’s peace to you.   ~a traditional Irish blessing   Continue Reading

When teenagers express interest in working and earning money (yay!), they are usually advised to babysit, cut grass or walk dogs. But there are SO many other ways for a teen to make money doing things he loves, and nurturing his unique talents. That's why I'm sharing this list with you today. Some of these jobs can also be done by adolescents and "tweens." And thanks to You Tube, your son or daughter can learn any number of simple and marketable skills with online tutorials (examples: kid's Continue Reading

There are many reasons you might be completely surprised by a positive pregnancy test and it can stir up a whirlwind of emotions. After you've accepted the fact that it's the real deal, it can feel overwhelming.  All those things you worry about anyway as a mother can hit you double hard when contemplating another baby. More money, more doctor visits, more school books, more clothes, more sleepless nights! But mixed in with the anxiety is always joy. Joy because when all is said and done, Continue Reading

  Have a glorious Easter with your family and loved ones! Continue Reading

You are concerned about symptoms your baby or child is having. Should you go to the doctor, or stay home and wait it out? The answer depends on symptoms, age and duration. This post is meant to be a collaborative effort among parents and doctors (sites I often reference are Dr. Sears and Dr. Greene). I'll include my tips here and you are all welcome to make suggestions in the comments below because we all have experience and knowledge to share when it comes to red flags and warning Continue Reading