I don't know about you, but when I didn't have kids, "me time" had a very different definition. It meant hanging out with friends, long trips to the store for shopping and dinner, and stretches of time when I actually felt bored. I don't even remember what bored feels like anymore (does it still exist...?). It left me thinking about how I *do* actually squeeze in me time throughout the continue reading...
10+ Ways to Connect with Teachers
I'm always on the look out for ways to connect with teachers. Here at Happily Ever Mom, we know how important teachers are to our kids. They have such a valuable role and hard job to do for our children every day. And, instead of getting upset with teachers over the little (or the big) things, we know a lot of that can be avoided by building strong relationships with our children's continue reading...
DIY Lotion Recipe with Essential Oils (and free printable!)
There was a time when I thought that I couldn't make my own DIY lotion recipe. I think I was just intimidated. Too much time, too much to learn, too many ingredients...until I found the best recipe ever. And, my skin has been thanking me ever since. In fact, my Mom {who has always had amazing skin} said, "What have you done to your skin?! It looks incredible!" So, today, I'm sharing my continue reading...
Beginning Sewing Project – Make a Heart Crown
I have wanted to try this beginning sewing project for a while. If you're new here to Happily Ever Mom, you may not know that I like to keep my sewing projects nice and simple. In fact, I love a great no-sew project, too. But, my daughter is wild about sewing machines, so I came up with a quick project that she and I could do together. The bonus? It makes a sweet heart crown that kids continue reading...
DIY Paint Chip Puzzles for Kids
My preschooler loves puzzles. And, I'm telling you, there's nothing easier to make with a child than paint chip puzzles. But, let's rewind to a few months ago to when we made shape puzzles on the light table. My daughter literally caught the puzzle bug. Each and everyone of our puzzles started flying off the shelves first thing in the morning, which was great, but it meant that there were a continue reading...
Feeling Angry at Your Childs Teacher – Tips and Tricks that Work
I've been in both roles - the Mom and the Teacher. As a Mom, I tried to connect with my child's teacher, and as a teacher, I hoped that parents would connect with me. Why? We're both in the trenches helping to raise, to teach, and to love the same child. We are not on opposite sides, although it can feel that way sometimes. So, as I sit here thinking about my youngest flying the coop to continue reading...
15+ {Must-Know} Tips for Learning to Shoot with a DSLR
I've been thinking about tips for learning to shoot with a DSLR camera. Since my daughter was born, I've learned to take better photos. It's my favorite stress release and it has helped me to capture and to document my daughter's childhood (and, now my sons). But, as busy as we are, I realized that it would be really hard to pick up photography as a hobby and skill now, so I came up with this continue reading...
1 Important Tip to Change a Bad Attitude
I've been thinking a lot about how to change a bad attitude. Not only for my kids, but also for myself. Because with piling dishes in the sink, bills stacking up on the desk, and all types of stress that we face as parents, there is a tremendous amount of daily stress. And, stress definitely effects my mood (boo!). So, here's an important change that has been helping with my own bad continue reading...
No Sew Play Mat and a Book Review!
When I read the words, "no sew play mat," I was in disbelief. Because I've come to realize that almost everything cute requires sewing. But, I was wrong! Imagine my excitement (and possibly yours...), when I realized that there was a no-sew project that both of my kids would love to play with! It all started when I got a box in the mail from a dear friend of mine... When the package continue reading...
Daddy Daughter Date Night Tips – What You Can Teach Them About Relationships
You all know that I love when we have a daddy daughter date night. Most recently, we had a memorable daddy daughter date night at the theatre. As we were sitting and waiting for Paddington to start, I started to think about how important the night was for us. Not only were we creating memories together, but it also gave me a chance to teach my daughter something unexpected. And, I have to say, continue reading...