Cheese, pasta, chicken, a can of soup and a bit of veggie...Quick & Cheesy Chicken Pasta is as easy as can be! I'm sharing another family favorite recipe with you today. I love this recipe for its deliciousness, ease of preparation, and quick clean up! I made this a couple nights ago for a … [Read more...]
Prepare for a Parent Teacher Conference Like a Pro
It’s that time of the year! No, I’m not referring to the arrival of Pumpkin Spice Lattes at Starbucks! It’s Parent Teacher Conference time- your chance to get a behind the scenes, expert look at how your child is doing at school. Conferences usually happen twice a year – Fall and Spring. If your … [Read more...]
5 Quick Mood Boosters for Busy Moms
Sometimes, you just need a quick pick-me-up; an attitude adjustment. A disagreement with your husband, long lines at the grocery store when you’re in a rush, or the kids acting up can seriously impact your mindset. Having the skills to adjust your mood when needed can make the frustrations of life … [Read more...]
How to Get Your Children to Talk About Their School Day
My oldest daughter gave me an entertaining, detailed account of her school day every afternoon. I didn't have to ask her questions; I just listened and enjoyed. But her siblings were the exact opposite. I felt like I was interrogating my boys after school: "How was your day?" "Good." "How was the … [Read more...]
How to say NO Gracefully: 4 Tips for Moms Who Do Too Much
Are your days too full with endless commitments? If I could read your mind would I find you feeling worn out, overextended and maybe even a little resentful? Are you a mom who just cannot say “No”? There was a time when I said yes to just about every request... Can you coordinate … [Read more...]
Shaking Hands: Why, How & When
Today let’s look at shaking hands. Seems like a tiny detail, doesn't it? Why fuss over such a common occurrence? Well, it's because shaking hands is a common occurrence that it’s important to do it correctly! Your handshake says a lot about you- whether you're at the bank to apply for a home loan … [Read more...]
5 Practical Tips to Help you Teach your Kids Good Manners
Can you relate to this scenario? You're at a restaurant with your family. The waiter places the bread basket on the table in front of your son. He grabs a roll, slathers it with butter and stuffs half the roll in his mouth as he exclaims, "Finally! I'm starving!" He laughs at the joke his brother … [Read more...]
How to be a Gracious Wedding Guest: 11 Must Knows
Have you noticed? Love is in the air- it’s wedding season! We live next door to a lovely little church. From my living room windows I get a sneak peek at the excitement of brides and grooms and their guests coming and going during wedding season. I've always loved weddings- the flowers, the … [Read more...]
Hi, Sandy? Sarah? What to do when you’ve forgotten someone’s name
It has happened to me and I bet it has happened to you too...drawing a blank on someone’s name. You’ve forgotten the other person’s name and that person is right there in front of you. What should you do? Don’t run to hide in the bathroom ;) Don't guess at the name. Don't stammer and … [Read more...]
4 Tips for Remembering Names
Are you good at remembering names when you meet someone new? If not, you’ve got plenty of company. Forgetting names is the #1 memory related complaint. Remembering people's names is an important skill. We all want to be known and remembered by others. When you remember someone's name, you show … [Read more...]