6 Tips for Teaching Children Compassion
It is a difficult thing, teaching children compassion. Awareness of other people’s feelings and a desire to help. Childhood is inherently self-centered. Most young people simply haven’t … Read more
39 Kick-Ass Bathroom Decor Ideas
On our endless list of household renovations – along with finally finishing the outside paint job and adding a pool deck – is a master bathroom. Our … Read more
What My Uterus Taught Me
I’m hovered over the toilet, panting as the contents of my day sting my esophagus, splashing acid upwards through my throat. Guacamole was probably a … Read more
4 Basic Money Management Tips
Nate and I have struggled for years to come up with a basic money management system that works for us and our home, and we’ve … Read more
Paint it All White
Earlier this month I shared that our house was a complete and utter disaster as we moved my office into the former guest room to … Read more
Brush Clearing Prepares for Emergencies
When Chelsea and I first moved in together, our long-term philosophies were glaringly different. When it came to getting tools, furniture, electronics or other high-budget … Read more
YOU Get a Gift Card and YOU Get a Gift Card
I used to think that gift cards were the cop-out of gift giving. Not much personality, not a lot of thought. And then after being on … Read more
Getting my kid to take Childhood Vitamins
As kids head back to school, I’ve seen a bit of talk about childhood vitamins that children should be taking for improved focus and attention … Read more
A Teacher Care Kit that’s Sweet and Simple
The start of the school year is a great time to nab deals on back-to-school essentials, but what about self-care and household needs? While everyone’s … Read more
Pregnancy Cravings Explained
I’ve finally gotten past the morning sickness, but I’ve entered a whole new world of pregnancy cravings. I want ALL the food. All of it. … Read more