When you’re a kid, riding a bike is SO COOL! As you are growing up, and learning how to crawl, and then walk, and then run, you are working up to that epitome of Freedom. Riding a bike is your statement of independence, self reliance, and self confidence. Just like climbing way up high on…
Even a 9 year old can experience the regrets of growing older. I know it’s freaky just thinking of that, but I witnessed it myself. I don’t know the total thought processes that went on inside his head, but if you had been there, I know you would have seen it too. We…
Bedtime. It’s the time to get your child or children to bed, so they get enough rest and also so that you have your time to get yourself some “me” time or couple’s time. Or maybe there is a project that just needs your undivided attention. Any Mom or Dad needs “no fuss bedtime” in…
He was so over it! Have you shopped for shoes with your 9 year old? You did make it a quick trip for shoes he needs, right? Lucky you. How exactly is it done? First of all, the kid will not want to go to the store in the first place. What little boy just…
How many paychecks each month? How do you budget and set up something to put by for a rainy day? And you have to have savings! Unfortunately, it is hard to set up and adhere to a monthly budget. And the worry and stress caused by money problems hurts the whole family. Depending on how…
Dancing for Boys and Girls In the modern days of electronic games and videos, we always have a concern about the kids getting enough exercise. So we encourage them to get out and play ball and run and ride bikes. But dancing is another alternative which we should consider for many reasons. I was so…
You guessed it. We spoil our grandson. First of all, a boy has to have great place to play where he can get out of the house and he needs something to do. So Papaw and Nana will just make him a city! The best thing about Jacobville is that most of it is in…
We have all heard it said “Silence is golden.” But, as a Nana and a Mom , I beg to differ with that sentiment. Every Mom knows that “Silence” from your children brings that feeling of suspicion and just a hunch that they are up to no good. You know, as every Mother does, that…
This is my final wrap up of the pool demolition. I have one more video which is a compilation of earth-moving ( pun intended) experiences we have had doing this pool demolition in our back yard. I want to thank my husband Jerry since he is the one who “makes it happen.” He can do…
Making the Big Decision. We moved into our home in 2000, and I remember walking through the house for the first time and seeing the pool sparkling in the sunshine! It was beautiful! The kids were excited and my husband was already picking out a floaty-chaise with a cup holder to relax with his…