It’s Okay to Leave the Elf on the (Store) Shelf
How we make the elf on the shelf fun, practical, and not overwhelming! … Read More
What Has 2020 Taught You?
2020 has been quite a year, to say the least. It even has its own hashtag, one that doesn’t quite bring about warm fuzzy memories and feelings. It’s pretty much the catchphrase for anything that goes wrong, big or small. … Read More
Two More Elections
Everyone always talks about your 18 summers, but what about the fact that you only have 4-5 election cycles before you become a voting member of society?… Read More
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The Best Thing To Do With Leftover Halloween Candy
It’s that time of year again. The season when your houses and your bellies become overloaded with fun-size candy bars. Regardless of whether trick-or-treating is happening or not, people are getting creative and you are about to have a sizable confectionery collection. Don’t … Read More
The #1 Costume for Moms This Year
This year for Halloween, I’m going as a mom who has it all together.
One who is confident in every single decision she makes.
One who wakes up….. … Read More
Red Hat, Blue Hat, OOPS!
The other day, I caught myself right in the middle of a live reenactment of my daughter’s favorite Boynton book, Blue Hat, Green Hat (The Oops Book). As we were walking out the door to go vote followed by a … Read More
Halloween Candy Math
What are your kids’ favorite Halloween traditions? My kiddos have one that makes their list every single year. The best part about it? I don’t even have to make them do it- they “created” it themselves! After the decorating, dressing … Read More
A Woman Died Last Night
A woman died last night. It shouldn’t matter that she was a high-powered, path-paving, revolutionary legend. It shouldn’t matter what her political beliefs, religion, ethnicity, gender, race, etc. were. She was a woman. A daughter, a wife, a mother, a … Read More
Dear New HomeSchool Teacher
Whether you’ve found yourself here because it’s something you’ve always wanted to try, because it seems like the best option for your family at this time, due to Covid-related concerns, or out of desire or necessity, I offer you a … Read More
Guide to Knoxville Homeschool Cooperatives and Activities
For many reasons, homeschooling is becoming an increasingly popular option. It certainly isn’t for everyone, but it can be for anyone. If it is something you are considering, but issues holding you back are the stigma of “socialization,” uncertainty in your abilities, … Read More