My social media feeds have been filled with joy as parents share out the first vs. last day of school photos, the awards obtained, and the parties that celebrate the many achievements of this last yea... Read more

Today’s simplicity soup recipe? Vacation Organization! A recipe for traveling with kids in tow!  The one where your child is content and, as a result, you are too.  Simply put: the trip that fe... Read more

In the earliest days of parenthood, I struggled with the decisions that new parents - especially many women - face. Work? If so, how much? Can I maintain a full-time position and be a full-time mom? C... Read more

What is simplicity soup and might you like a serving too? For starters, how did your world change the moment you learned you had a child coming into it? For me, it was an annual visit that took ... Read more

I learned to engage in reflection to prepare so I can be more intentional about deciding what worked, what didn’t and what I value. here I could create a better life for myself and my children. Here... Read more

This is one of my favorites. It’s a simple chocolate chip cookie recipe, but doctored up with M&M's  plus some add-ons for extra crunch — Rice Krispies cereal and pretzels. They’re great f... Read more

I’ve been through this cycle enough times as a stay-at-home mom to know it’s easy to feel stuck in a house with kids who are going wild and there seems to be nothing to do and nowhere to go. These... Read more

I am not foolish enough to think come 2023, I’ll magically eat only salads and never touch a cheese cube or bowl of ice cream ever again. Eating healthy is always a goal but losing weight hasn’t b... Read more

In Northeast Ohio, we know the snowflakes aren't over yet. For some fun snow activities without getting bundled up in gear, check out these five simple experiments you can do indoors. Experiment 1:... Read more

My 3 daughters, ages 10, 8 and 8 years old, earn a weekly allowance for doing chores around the house. They can also earn extra money for good grades on their report cards. We gave each of them a c... Read more