Life in my large family. Hilarious. Horrifying. Sometimes even serious.
Should I charge my adult child rent? What about student loans? As the parents of 14 kids, Chuck and I have now launched 6 children out of the house and into the big, wide, world. All six have chosen their … Continued
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SaveWithHopster #CollectiveBias This summer was spent in Survival Mode. Between summer camps, birth clients, and a wedding I was swamped. I bought a lot … Continued
Don’t let these photos deceive you, they were taken a few weeks ago. It is not warm and sunny. It is chilly here now. No more hanging out in the pool or playing in the sprinkler. Those days are but a … Continued
Post contains affiliate links *And by “on his own” I obviously mean with the help of melatonin and his brothers who share a bunk with him. Step One: Give birth to a beautiful baby This part is easy! [If you … Continued
Childhood fears and laying them to rest. The Origin of My Childhood Fears My mom had a hysterectomy when I was five years old. It was necessary, but not particularly urgent or dangerous. It was more or less routine in … Continued
2017-2018 School Year: Running Start, Public School, and Homeschool While fall isn’t technically here yet, the nights are cool and the mornings cooler. School is back in session for (almost) everyone. Over the ten years that I have been blogging our … Continued
Parenting Mordecai for the past 15 years has taught me a lot. I have learned (often the hard way) that he does not like changes in routine or surprises. He likes things the same, day after day, year after year. So … Continued
After our big trip to visit Jubilee and Hezekiah at summer camp we stopped by Five Guys Burger and Fries for dinner. Chuck works in construction which means when the construction industry is hot, so is my husband is busy. He … Continued
Summer camp. I attended every summer of my childhood from the time I was old enough until I went to Teen Missions. Last year we sent Mordecai and this year is was Hezekiah and Jubilee’s turn. Sunday was visiting day … Continued
Summer vacation is winding down but not over. Last week some of Apollo’s friends from kindergarten and first grade gathered together for some playtime and lunch. It was hot out, perfect for water play. These little guys are so adorable … Continued