Motherhood in Alaska as chronicled by a mother of four active children. Stories, recipes, book and product reviews and lists--all with plenty of humor.
Where the Bruises Are
I met a life coach a few years back who promised he’d help me “become more of who I was.” He said that as though it were a good thing. I’m not so sure.
Tour of Duty
Is there something the matter with me? As a wife? Because here’s the thing: I don’t always like to do my “wifely duty.”
Not Perfect but Lovin' Him Anyway
Others may have begun their parenting journey with a positive pregnancy test and parenting book, but I started mine in front of the television.
10 Outings to Try with Your Newborn
Celebrities make it look like so much fun to cart around a well-dressed baby and a Starbucks cup in the other hand. But being at home with a newborn baby can be lonely -- and boring
Family Slow-Down Solutions
In fall, a family’s pace of life seems to accelerate dramatically. As we coordinate homework, sports, clubs, practices and appointments, it’s common to feel like slaves to our schedules, leaving us—and our kids—stressed out, frantic and frenzied.
2009 Blogger Recap: Whitney from Rookie Moms
We've asked a few of our favorite blogging friends to recap their year. Today, Whitney Moss of RookieMoms.com shares her year in review and a few of her favorite things - including a massive diaper drive!
Time Trials
The other morning, I was digging around for something in the back of my closet when I found a framed photograph I’d stashed there in one of my fits of manic tidying.