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 school lunches for five days straight. So what will Spring Break hold for you this year? We … [Read More...]
Parenting

How to be a Good Friend to a Weary Mom: 7 Ways to be Her Hero
Inside: 7 Unique Tips to be a good friend to weary Moms. "I'm a bad boy. A bad boy." His compulsive words filled the pillow aisle in the store. I glimpsed a weary Mom trying to calm her son down with whispers. She begged him to cooperate and please just listen. From her exhausted eyes, I … [Read More...]

Aspiring to be a Fun Mom? Carry These Essentials So You’re Ready for Adventures
Inside: Whether you are spontaneous or a planner, this post will give you tips to be ready for the next adventure and crowned The Fun Mom. Which best describes you as a Mom? Spontaneous Moms will slam on the brakes, pull over for a county carnival much to the delight of their squealing … [Read More...]
Parenting Encouragement

And the Winner of the Multitasking Mom Award is? All of Us
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 … [Read More...]

Reflections on Beauty in Our Forties
So thrilled to have Andrea Pitts sharing wisdom on Lightly Frayed today - she's reflecting on beauty in our forties. And if you're not there yet, you will be in a blink. Andrea and I have known … [Read More...]

Parenting an Easygoing Child? Empower Them With This Important Phrase
Inside: A simple tip to ensure our easygoing child still expresses what they are feeling, and is heard and understood. Parenting an easygoing child can be, well, fairly easy. Remember … [Read More...]