This year was my first time having the full two weeks off over the Christmas Holidays. I was not prepared for the time to fly by so fast! No matter how much time I get off, my to do list is bigger than my holiday break. My girls are 8 and 11. That means prime […]
Enjoy being home with your kids over Christmas Holidays
The Christmas Holidays are long anticipated by kids and parents alike. This is the first year (ever, as a person in the workforce) that I actually get a full two week vacation that corresponds with my girls being off school. I am unbelievably excited to get this time off to spend relaxing and enjoying my […]
Holiday Baking Recipes 2019 Roundup
The holidays are a wonderful time to get baking. Cookies and squares make great gifts, and I hear a jolly bearded man makes his way around the world once a year, fueled by cookies and milk. Over the last two years I have increased the amount of baking we for the holidays. This can be […]
How to Practice Independence with your Children Just in Time for the Holidays
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Five things I DON’T do over the holiday season
Working parent households are always short on time. I know that’s a broad statement, but in my experience it’s true. There are not enough hours in the day, or days in the week, to get everything done. And when the holidays are approaching your time becomes even more precious. I don’t know about you, but […]