Have you ever heard of block scheduling? Well, I hadn’t until just a few weeks ago. I mean I had seen people block out sections of time before in their planners, but I didn’t feel like it was something I would ever do… Until I did it. LET ME TELL YOU SOMETHING! It is a complete game changer. For years… Read More
Moving tips and tricks for military families [make moving easier]
It’s been a while since I was a military wife, but you never forget what it felt like to pick up and move every few years. After 16 moves in total I feel like an expert on the process. While the best resource for each family is with their own ombudsman, sometimes you just need a little outside advice. There… Read More
The Most Important Records to Keep for a Background Check {Know what data you need and what you can toss} + FREE Printable list
Background checks are commonplace in today’s world. (My kid’s school makes you file for one just to volunteer there.) It’s almost too easy for someone to look you up and find out your history. But, there are times when you are the one requesting the background check. Clearance for government jobs is a top reason. If you have ever gone… Read More
5 Tasks Kids Can Do On Their Own- To take time off your morning routine
Morning routine got you down? Don’t try to be a super parent and do everything for everyone. Help your kids learn responsibility and self sufficiency by giving them their own jobs to do. In TV shows or movies the parents are up in the kitchen making breakfast, fully dressed ready for work and have lunches packed in a line on… Read More
Be More Productive- Tips on How to Get it All Done!!
Sometimes we all feel overwhelmed by adult life. There are jobs to do. Bills to pay. Kids, spouses or pets that need attention. Don’t forget time for yourself! It can be hard to manage time efficiently and still feel the free. I mean free to be spontaneous and free to do what you want to. Do you ever wish it… Read More
How Laziness Has Made Me A Better Employee-Tips for efficiency/increased productivity
I don’t think I’m much different from everyone else. I just want to somehow have a lot of money and take a lot of vacations with very little effort involved, on my part, in getting that cash. *Poof* One hundred million dollars in my pocket like magic. Wouldn’t that be nice. Well that’s never going to happen. So I’m stuck… Read More
5 Cheap and Easy Dinner Ideas – Menu planning for busy nights
Want a home cooked dinner that practically makes itself? Me too. You tell me where to find it, I’ll meet you there. Ok, back to reality… Dinner doesn’t have to be a long hassle, just a short one will do fine. Here are 5 easy dinners you can make any night of the week to keep everyone fed and happy. … Read More
5 Easy-to-Make Halloween Outfits- for the crafty, yet lazy parent.
What can I say about Halloween? It comes every single year, but every year I’m surprised when it gets here. That is obviously my fault, but what can I say besides, I’m a procrastinator. Last year I started making his outfit about one hour before we walked out the door. Thank goodness I had a bunch of t-shirts that were about to… Read More