You know it can’t be good when you hear “Stop, Mom is coming” over the baby monitor.
How do you pronounce…
Cameron (7) was reading his book from school. It was all about water. He asked, “How do you pronounce this word?”. The word was faucet. What he said when he tried it was “fuckit”. He realized right away and corrected (and apologized). I laughed so hard I cried. Bad parenting?! It’s times like this that make homework enjoyable!
8 Halloween Scavenger Hunt Riddles with Printables
My kids love a good scavenger hunt! Here is one with a Halloween twist. These 8 Halloween scavenger hunt riddles will provide lots of fun while they hunt for a prize. For the scavenger hunt to be a success, you just need to download the printables. There are 8 Halloween Scavenger Hunt cards. Just print, cut, and hide. The Halloween Scavenger Hunt Directions will … Read More
Kids and Money – First Major Solo Purchase
About a month ago, Cameron (7) came home from school and announced that he was going to save up his money to buy his own Wii U gaming system! One of his best friends at school had just done that. So now it was his turn. He knew it was the only way it would happen. At our house, Mario is … Read More
Brushing Teeth with Scare Tactics
It’s probably common knowledge that kids do a pretty crappy job brushing teeth. I think the dentist actually told us to brush for them until they were at least 8. Something about not being able to get the brush at the right angle to properly clean their gums. I don’t really remember. Anyways, we’re all great at doing as we’re told in … Read More
Swear Words at School
On the way home from school, Cameron (7) told me the kids in his class were saying a bad word. Apparently it was in a song they were singing. He told me they just kept saying it, even though he told them they shouldn’t say it. They just wouldn’t listen to him. My first thought? Swear words at school. I knew this … Read More
Kids Say The Darndest Things
Kids are honest. Sometimes to a fault. They aren’t afraid to tell it like it is without realizing it may not have been the best thing to say. Perfect example. Three months ago, I had a c-section to deliver our 3rd baby. Four days ago, I had my gallbladder removed (thank you pregnancy). Needless to say, my stomach has taken … Read More
5 Halloween Party Games
Halloween is a time for spooky fun! I like to find fun kid activities and sprinkle them throughout the month of October. These also work great if you are planning a Halloween party. I thought I’d share some a bit early so you can create your own fun as well. 5 Halloween Party Games Guess How Many – Fill a … Read More
Rootbeards
I love how kids mispronounce words. Tonight Melia (4) ordered a “rootbeard” for dinner. Is it wrong that I refuse to correct her?
5 Parental Frustrations
When you become a parent you expect there will be moments that drive you batty. I have to admit, these are 5 parental frustrations I never expected. Though, I’m guessing they are pretty universal. Where are your shoes? – Every day I ask this question at least twice! They never remember where they took them off. And somehow the shoes … Read More