My pep talk is below, but first I have to tell you: I have made a huge mistake. In the past, I have pretty much failed at zucchini, which I know is like saying you failed at falling down, but there it is. But this year I have these two giant plants that are already… Read More »
Father’s Day gift ideas: beyond neckties and grill tools.
Three fathers! Because that little baby is now a father of two… sniff… I’m excited because the girls and I have thought of stellar ideas for a Father’s Day gift for those of you who can’t think beyond an apron that says “World’s Best Dad.” I have you covered. Usually I’m not like this, right? So on… Read More »
Ask Auntie Leila: Summer in the home school.
Question: What about summer, Auntie Leila? I love your philosophy on homeschooling. It is always encouraging. Could you post ideas for homeschoolers in the summer? My little ones and I have just finished our first official year of homeschooling. And now I’m not quite sure how to maintain sanity and structure with my boys (5,… Read More »
How To Get the Kids Doing Dishes… and Opening Up.
This past weekend I had the great idea to take advantage of the visit of Deirdre and the family to stage a little photo shoot of a sink piled with dishes and topped off with a high chair tray. It had come to Auntie Leila’s attention that some moms with lots of kids don’t know how… Read More »
Ask Auntie Leila: How to fix one worry about living on one income.
Dear Justyna writes (in part): I was and I still am stay at home mom. But — I always wonder – how people deal with fear – what if something happens to my husband – our only bread winner? I don’t have qualifications to go right back to work and support myself and my kids. All the… Read More »