If multitasking were an Olympic sport, I would be on the podium with my anthem ringing proudly. And you would be there beside me. Gold medals for all the multitasking moms. It's a universal struggle to juggle. Doing many things at once including, but not limited to peeing. As a wife, mom of four, … [Read More...]
Parenting
40 Things Only Moms of Teenage Boys Understand
Parenting teenage boys is a piece of cake. Said no Mom ever. Unless, of course the recipe is complicated, with a blend of sweet ingredients and unexpected sour chunks brought from a far off land that terrifies. Then we might have an … [Read More...]
Money Tips
How Tracking Our Finances Saved Us from a $9000 Disaster
So apparently we just made a stranger's car payment this month. Like A Random Act of Kindness that Toyota did on our behalf. Oops. While I'm on hold sorting out this mysterious charge, let's talk about this important topic. It's important to … [Read More...]
More Hope and Humour
A Failproof Formula for March Break Fun on a Budget
Whether you call it March break or Spring break, a large block of time where our children pause school life is sneaking up quickly. Regardless of what we do, we can all celebrate not having to pack … [Read More...]
5 Ways to Stop Giving Our Children Money
Hi. My name is Karen and I am a human debit machine. At least that's what my children think. "Mom. Can you give me money for [insert random, ever-changing item here]?" Sound familiar? If … [Read More...]
Weary of Feeling Like an Unpaid Uber Driver, Mom? Try This Today
Inside: Tired of driving teens everywhere? This simple solution will ensure they appreciate the time we spend behind the wheel. You walk in the door and are just about to fling off your shoes and … [Read More...]
Plan an Epic Minecraft Birthday Party in Under an Hour
I have hosted two Minecraft birthday parties already. Not surprising since I have four boys, which equals precisely four Minecraft fans, past and present (well, five fans if you include this … [Read More...]