Tag: real-life
The Real Pat-a-Cake: Lessons from Cooking With a Mini Sous Chef
I have a confession to make about my parenting style: My name is Sherri and I do not like imaginative play. There. I said...
How to Simplify Gift-Giving and Have a Meaningful Christmas
'Tis the season for toys! Your kids have sent their letters to Santa, wish lists have been made, and commercials have thoroughly bombarded everyone...
An American Education: How We Homeschool
Hi, my name is Christina and I’m happy to have the chance to share with you a bit about my homeschooling experience in celebration...
The Reality of Infertility: A Vicious Roller Coaster
When I first found out I would be a contributor for Iowa City Moms Blog, I knew I wanted to write about our struggle...
New Mom Confidential: My Post-Delivery Must-Haves
When I was a first-time mom I was completely overwhelmed with all the lists of "must-have" baby items that I found in parenting magazines...
Beauty Unseen
This morning, I took a moment to bask in utmost beauty.
I was driving to Iowa City as the sun was just peeking its way...
Life With Twins: A Survival Guide
“The first year is a blur. That’s what I remember the most." Every twin mom I meet says the same thing. And nine months...
5 Reasons Why My Teenager is Cell PhoneLESS!
I know it's hard to believe, but yes it is true: my teenager is cell phoneLESS! I'm going to tell you my top 5...
Traditional Values in a “Non-Traditional” Family
My family is in the middle of what we loving call “Celebration Week!” Within one week’s time we celebrate our dating anniversary, our oldest...
Longing to be a Loser: Fighting the Post-Baby Weight-Loss Battle
I’ve never been one to care TOO much about weight. For me it has always been, “Man, I think I better do something to...