Our Frugal and Eventful Camping Trip, Day 2
Last week, my family and I (minus one kid at camp) went on a very frugal one night/two day camping trip that started off quite eventfully. I was in an incredible amount of pain once I got home and even more so the next day after I needed to do a lot more driving yet […]
How Local Dispensaries in Jacksonville Help with Anxiety and Pain Management
Dealing with anxiety or chronic pain isn’t just about managing symptoms — it’s about finding care that actually fits your life. More people are turning to local dispensaries for relief that feels personal, supportive, and effective. Here’s how these community-rooted shops are changing the way people heal. Living with anxiety or chronic pain affects everything, […]
When It’s Time for Prom Dress Shopping—Here’s How to Be the MVP Parent
Prom dress shopping is a special milestone for your daughter and a great opportunity to connect as a parent. With the right approach, you can help her feel confident, stay within budget, and turn the experience into a lasting memory. These tips will guide you through making it both meaningful and stress-free. For many young […]
Best Family Tracking Apps for iPhone & Android: Top Picks for 2025
Family tracking apps aren’t just for helicopter parents or anxious teenagers — they’re helpful tools for the entire family. Whether I’m coordinating rides with my kids, keeping tabs on a teen driver, or even just going out on a date and want my family to know I’m safe, having a tracking app brings real peace […]
Our Eventful Camping Trip
I’m sitting here in my car, at a gorgeous camping site, right off a beautiful lake. My computer is charging, as is my phone, which gives me the perfect time to write about what has started off as our least successful camping trip so far. Oh well. Or at least the one full of unexpected […]
How to Help Your Children Break Through in Literature Class
It can be disheartening to see children struggle to connect with books, especially when you dream of them becoming lifelong readers. My goal, like many parents, is to cultivate a genuine love for reading in my kids, making it an enjoyable journey rather than a chore. This post explores effective strategies and tools designed to […]
How Prioritizing Mental Wellness Helps You Parent More Calmly
Oh boy, does parenting take a lot of patience. I sit here writing this at 2 am during summer vacation when my kids are still awake and I’m needing to parent them still at this hour of the night, when everyone should be asleep. How can I do this, while remaining calm? Self care, learning […]
Fixing Our Water Damaged Ceiling and Other Peeling Paint
There are many nice things about home ownership. But there are some things that just suck. The concept of the cobbler’s children go barefoot very much applies here. Since there is no rush to do things to fix your home, not the same way there is for your tenant’s home if you’re a good landlord, […]
Fall in Love with Your Home Again: Tips for a Cozy Reset
What perfect timing for this post. Today my kids and I are doing a little home makeover. Or rather, we’re filling in holes in the walls, removing water damage and filling in what was pockmarked from the damage, and then painting much of our house. When your house feels blah, when you want your home […]
When Your Teen Relapses: How To Help Them Get Sober Again
Parenting a teenager is hard as it is, with all the trials and tribulations of adolescence. When your teenager is dealing with addiction, that is even more challenging. If your teenager is struggling in that area and then relapses, what can you do to help them? Here’s what you can do. Read on for more […]