Can you believe it’s almost summer? I’ve been trying to get a jump on my summer blog posts. It’s important to get ahead because my summer will be packed with activities. With all my kids home, there will be plenty of distractions. The best way to get started is to make a list. I thought I’d share some of my ideas. Here is a list of 50 summer blog post ideas. Hopefully, some of them will inspire you. 50 Summer Blog Ideas In my last blog idea post (see it here), I divided the ideas into categories. It Read More
Focusing On What Matters
I often have to remind myself to pick my battles. This has been especially true in parenting teenagers. One of life’s biggest lessons for me has been realizing that I have control over very little. And when I try to control things, it rarely goes well. In fact, keeping too tight a grip on things usually breaks them. So how do I keep my focus on what matters? Practice, patience, and giving up on perfection. I started this post inspired, in part by the quote: Life is short. Focus on what matters and let go of what doesn’t. Now that I Read More
If You Can Read This, Thank Your Teachers
May 8 is National Teacher Day. It’s a day to celebrate, give thanks for, and acknowledge the teachers in our lives. Our school celebrates teachers all week long. Personally, one day or even one week doesn’t seem like enough. Teachers do so much for our kids, our families, and our communities. Too often, they are given too little pay, too little credit, and too little thanks. In addition, they are frequently asked to take on issues and responsibilities way beyond their job descriptions. Nevertheless, teachers continue to work hard, champion our children, and help build and strengthen our communities. Read More
11 Inspirational Quotes For Spring
It is really starting to feel like spring around here. The trees are blooming. The grass is green. Wildflowers are popping up everywhere. My allergies are working overtime. (Achoo! Sniff, Sniff) Despite the spring allergies, I love this time of year. It is just so beautiful outside. There’s something about spring time that makes me hopeful, gives me positive feelings, and puts a smile on my face. Since I love a good quote, I started searching for spring time quotes I could share. I found some fun ones and hope they put a smile on your face too. If you Read More