The question of whether or not technology is harming kids is constantly being raised by parents and teachers alike. On the one hand, the exposure that tweens and teens may have to less than positive things is high. On the other hand with all the parental controls available for the Kindle and computer, the risk of…
Some pregnancies happen without planning. But for couples who are ready to become parents, myriad strategies exist to ensure that the process of conceiving is as effective and stress-free as possible. From maintaining a healthy diet to visiting the doctor, both men and women can take steps to make sure their fertility is at its…
As I sit down to write this, I realize that it’s been almost a week since I made a post!! It’s been a very busy week! Last night, I was asked to sit on a “Going Green” expert panel for a pretty awesome up and coming mom’s club in the Houston area. It was a…
Happy Birthday to my first born! We love you, Kylie! (I will show her this post when she gets home! Thank you for your comments! She’ll love them!)
It’s that time of year again. Prom season. If they haven’t already, high school girls from all over are in full search mode for the perfect cocktail dresses for their high school prom. Although we’re going to wait until The Teenager is at least a junior to allow her to go to prom, she attended…
This morning, as I’m sitting reading my daily devotion from lapidomedia.com, God revealed to me, once again, just how much I need to rely on Him. Yea, there is a such thing as a Duck Commander Devotional. It’s pretty cool, actually, because it’s put together by Alan Robertson, the son not really seen much on…
With more and more research proving exactly how harmful chemicals are to human beings, pets, and the earth, it’s not a bad idea to look into making your lifestyle more “green”. It can be daunting to figure out the first steps to making your life more eco-friendly. Here are a few ideas to get you…
This is a guest post by Lourdes Resendez from Embrace Life Doula Services. Last year, Lisa and I, and our doula businesses East Houston Doula Services and Embrace Life Doula Services, sponsored the Houston Natural Parenting Expo featuring the Big Latch On. The event was held at a local church. We needed guests to know…
When my husband first experienced issues with erectile dysfunction (ED), it was a tough period for both of us. We’ve always had a strong relationship, but this was something that neither of us expected, and it initially took a toll on his confidence and our intimacy. As his wife, I saw the man I love…
Part of this new “Learning to Lean” chapter in our lives involves our family as well. Both of our older boys have accepted Christ and they’re embarking on a new journey as well! After Braxton accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior on December 16, 2013 and Hawk on February 3, 2014 at Kids Beach…