Parenting

It’s true what they say… …accidents happen in the blink of an eye. They do. It’s cliche. But when it comes to children (toddlers in particular) and water, it’s tragically true. Already in our area, this past week has seen 1 toddler drown in their backyard pool and one in critical condition after falling...

 Amy WillaForget not that the earth delights to feel your bare feet and the winds long to play with your hair. - Kahlil GibranAfrican Babies Don't CryAround the globe in developed nations, but especially in the US, people spend far less time i...

Julia snapped this gorgeous shot on Ray’s iPhone while the butterfly flittered on her finger. She texted me the picture and said, “I think it really likes me, Mom… It stayed on my finger for three minutes!” Later I came to find out that she asked Ray to take a picture, but she wasn’t...

Just posted:One of the activities that I did not list on our Summer Bucket List was reading. Now, this isn’t because I don’t plan to read or have the kids read. Quite the contrary. I have decided that I will require two hours of mandatory reading/quiet time here at home – one in the...

Trying to save a homeless kitty's life proves to be a heartbreaking job

TweetThis is the last week of school for my kiddos. We are all so excited, but I’m afraid summertime will fly by way too fast. It doesn’t feel like there will be enough time to catch up with the kiddos for all of the time lost together during the school year. I just hope...

It’s DOLLAR MOVIE time! This is always a great way to stay cool and treat the kids to the big screen! Climb aboard the Summer Movie Express to enjoy a great selection of films. During this 9-week festival, participating Regal Cinemas, United Artists and Edwards Theatres will offer selected G or PG...

  My car is so disgusting I’m almost embarrassed. Almost, because I don’t really give a shit. I’ve come to terms with the fact that I have lost even the appearance of sanity, control, or organization. I’ve also accepted that I am no longer cool and will pretty much never be, so the fact...

Today I have a wonderful giveaway from my dear friend Lauren. She has taken the time to share her work with you, my dear readers, and I hope you are inspired to not only enter the giveaway but also join the Intuitive Heart Sanctuary. *************...

The kids and I pause in the kitchen, listening to the rain outside. It’s coming down harder now, slapping against the patio overhang and the windows. “The bird!” my daughter yells. We run upstairs to... Visit my blog at http://www.gennyheikka.co...