Family Matters, Journeys In Motherhood, The Balancing Act

Morning After Survival Tips For The Day After Christmas And Throughout The Holidays

It's the morning after Christmas and all through the house everyone was sleeping sound, but when mom went downstairs she wanted to shout! The day after Christmas it hits you after looking at the big mess of boxes and torn wrapping paper sitting in your front room of all that you have to clean.I've learned some survival tips to help this empath mom survive another day in calm following the storm of holiday cheer. 

Family Matters, Journeys In Motherhood, Mom Motivation And Empowerment, Spiritual Growth and Understanding

Family Tests

Many us see pristine family photos online of happy families. Those images don't accurately depict what may be going on behind the scenes. Those images don't accurately depict what many of us have experienced growing up or what we may be experiencing within our families at this given time. We may find ourselves within moments… Continue reading Family Tests

Family Learning, Family Matters, Mom Motivation And Empowerment, The Little Things That Count

Collective Gratitude 365 As A Family Lifestyle 

The 365 mindset of adopting gratitude is an attitude is a daily lifestyle to incorporate not just individually, but it's beneficial in doing so as a family. Families who collectively unite in the decision to choose to find gratitude in the smallest of gestures and amenities are discovered to be more happy together. Find ways… Continue reading Collective Gratitude 365 As A Family Lifestyle 

Family Matters, Marriage and Family, Self Care

Relief For Caregiver’s Burnout : Recognize The Signs And Learn How To Cope 

Caregivers face the responsibility to dutifully care for loved ones living with chronic illnesses, deteriorating health, or those living with special needs. Many caregivers may work outside of the home, or balance the role of home management with its daunting everyday tasks. I was a former caregiver to a spouse living with sickle cell, and… Continue reading Relief For Caregiver’s Burnout : Recognize The Signs And Learn How To Cope 

Family Matters, The Little Things That Count

Minnie and Mini :A Grandmother’s Love 

I've always been extremely close to my grandmother, and the care of her love made the biggest impact on my life. She's not into big celebrations, but she appreciates small gestures. Knowing how much my grandmother means to me and all of her grandchildren we wanted to give her something for the special day.Slim Pickings… Continue reading Minnie and Mini :A Grandmother’s Love 

Family Learning, Family Matters, The Little Things That Count

Let Them Help

  You're in the mindset of getting something done. You're completely focused, and you have it timed to about when you will be finished. There is a shadow lurking near by, and suddenly you hear a voice that asks, "Mama, can I help?" It's cute in thoughtfulness at first, but you think in your head… Continue reading Let Them Help