by Shawna | Mar 29, 2023 | THE SON
The playground is the ultimate mingling place, especially for Asher and I. Usually, depending on the time of day we go, it helps the possibility of us running into other stay-at-home families. Recently we both had a significant interaction with another family. He...
by Shawna | Mar 24, 2023 | THE SON
I don’t know about you, but It’s easy to watch how other kids are in specific environments and assume those parents have it together. But as I continue to be open to having honest conversations with other parents, I have learned to give myself more grace,...
by Shawna | Mar 31, 2022 | THE SON
Learning Tools have been trial and error. One place I love exploring for new tools is Dollar Tree. From creative crafts to easy practical books, $1.25 is easier to swallow if it doesn’t work out. We do have a fluid school routine. I try and spend at least 45...
by Shawna | Mar 6, 2022 | THE SON
I’ve always heard about the terrible twos, so the new set of emotions during that year I just threw it in that pile, and if this is the challenging stage, we are getting off pretty easy. Well, then there came three. WHERE WAS THE WARNING SIGN FOR THAT?! I love...
by Shawna | Feb 11, 2022 | THE SON
As Asher gets older the age suggestion on toys means less. At this point, I trust my instincts more than that 3+ sign on a toy. Partially because with his imagination he can play with a toy intended for a baby for hours and ones that are for his age range and older he...
by Shawna | Feb 5, 2022 | THE SON
Creating a routine as an adult is already a struggle, so trying to get Asher on a routine adds another layer. My routine has to start before his, or I end up trying to be superwoman and doing it at the same time. The thought is nice in theory, but to execute...
