The Power of Music
Music has the power to motivate, validate, comfort, energize, inspire, lift us up, or bring us down. I’ve seen it in my own life, and I’ve seen its effects on each of my children. My five kids (now teenagers and…
Join the “As You Are Going” Facebook Group!
I recently created a private Facebook Group that I would love for you to join! In the group, we will encourage each other in the parenting journey as well as ask specific questions and provide feedback and conversation on various topics pertaining to parenting…
DIY Cake Catastrophes…and the Teachable Moments They Provide
Picture this. My five-year-old son asked for a King Kong-themed birthday party, to which I quickly agreed and began planning my DIY King Kong birthday cake masterpiece. It is worth noting here that I am neither a professional baker nor…
Summer Fun with the Grandparents: Teachable Moments Included
Over the last year, many of us were unable to spend time in person with extended family members – especially grandparents. So our gatherings this summer will be particularly special. And, parents, we can make this time even more meaningful…
Avoid the Summer Slump with Teachable Moments
Just as teachers want children to avoid the “summer slump” of digressing academically June through August, we as parents don’t want our children to forget what WE have taught them either. That’s why it’s so important for us to look…
Better Than Sit or Stay: How Pets Help Us with Teachable Moments
Raise your hand if you joined in the “Pandemic Puppy” trend! [Picture me raising my hand.] Yes, my family decided to add a third dog to our family unit over the last year. Among our three pooches are three different…
Teachable Moments in the Lenten Season
The season of Lent has already begun. If you and your family are getting a late start on this observance, or if you’ve never actually observed Lent before, it’s not too late to start. For families who profess faith in…
They’re Watching Us!
When my daughter Katie was four years old, she enjoyed pretending to cook in the play kitchen at her grandparents’ house. One time my mother-in-law, who was laughing hysterically, called me into the room to observe Katie, who was watching…
Let Them Witness the Fitness: Getting Your Kids Involved
It’s February now, so how is everyone doing on their New Year’s resolutions for health and fitness?! If you’re not where you’d like to be, I’m sure you’re not alone. Sometimes family life can be what makes it difficult for…
Teachable Moments, Snuggies, and More!
I recently had the opportunity to be interviewed by Gretchen Cook, publisher of Parents & Kids Magazine. We talked about my “Teachable Moments” series…and Snuggies!
