We can all help prevent suicide.

Suddenly, he was too old to have fun with his mother, let alone be seen in public with her.

It’s okay if the chores take longer than normal this week.

While crying, he crawled up on my lap, snagged his hair with one hand and grasped mine with the other.

Practice up on your Photoshop because your charming house will likely not be picture perfect with an active toddler around and that’s okay.

Here are 5 easy steps to help even you get through a dog door with skill. Masterfully illustrated by my son, Q.

All my lists, thoughts, plans, and everything in between contained in one easily accessed app!

Family getaways always make the work week a little easier.

Become your best self by trying new things, focusing on wholesome habits, and making moral decisions. Encourage the world to be a better place one decision at a time!

Take a moment to observe what’s going on around you and breathe.

The most adorable T-Rex ever!

Whatever you decide to do, enjoy your weekend and have some fun!

Definitely one of the toughest decisions we’ve ever made.

“It’s not our job to toughen our children up to face a cruel and heartless world. It’s our job to raise children who will make the world a little less cruel and heartless.” – L. R. Knost

“If we do not unplug we may miss the small still voice.” – M. Russell Ballard

Take things one day at a time. Be grateful for everyone and everything you encounter! What are you grateful for?

Little Q LOVES being outside!

My cute little bug!

Ready to expand our family!

I am absolutely delighted with my wild, chaotic, non-stylish lifestyle. That’s me. Be yourself!

Our precious, entertaining, little mess that keeps this family young and we love every single minute!

What are you grateful for?

Yes, I’m one, or try to be, of those organize loving people!

This is just the tip of the iceberg, but feel free to contact me with any questions you might have and I’ll help in any way I can.

More details to come, but we wanted to share our joy!

My mantra right now is “stay calm and have faith that everything will work out fine”.

Life is short so make it count, even if it causes you look foolish. Cherish every moment!!

Remember the Christmas spirit and what this season is really about.

What are your holiday traditions?

A little kindness can go a long way. Share the love!

We are sincerely thankful for everything and everyone in our lives.

Life is short and it’s the only one you have. Make it count.

Use these ideas or develop your own versions to keep those little ones learning and entertained!

Sometimes a little kindness and hope can go a long way.

He constantly entertains us and makes us a better family. Sappy, I know.

Make what you do count to those around you!

People in this world need a little more happiness.

Our dreams came true, our prayers were answered, and we have our own little family.

Cheap entertainment for the entire family!

A work in progress.

Our family’s adoption stories.

Life is good!

We want Q to learn that the world does not revolve around him and that helping in his community can make a difference.

“We’ve had this discussion before.”

“Moderation in all things” – Hesiod, Greek poet

I’m really looking forward to the end result of this never ending project!