A look at our typical homeschool days. :)I don't even know how to start this post. The first words I typed were "Oh dread." (I don't even say "Oh dread," but somehow I typed it.) Then I tried "It's complicated." and "There's a reason I haven't written this post before."But the people have spoken. And over the last year (or four) I have had a lot of requests for a post on "a typical day" in our life as a home school family. The only problem is...We don't have one. (I mean, a
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Sleepovers: Our rule + Exception Clause
I am re-sharing one more post from my archives today! This one is from about exactly one year ago, so many of you have probably seen it before (I've also posted it on Facebook a few times.) I share it because it is summer, and the topic of sleepovers seems to come up a LOT this time of year! I do hope it stimulates some good conversation, or at least brings up a few things to consider.I do plan to post some original writing here one of these days. What can I say--summer is busy! Thanks
Quinoa Fiesta Salad with Black Beans, Kale, and Corn
Summer, and salad. They're just a match made in hot, lazy, summertime heaven. amiright? Well, we're back from California, and one thing is for sure: After five weeks of traveling, I am so ready to dive back in the kitchen and create some great meals for our family!! Except... Except yes--it's hot. And a bit sticky--at least here on the island. And let's face it, no one feels like standing over a steamy stove when it's hot and sticky. No, when it's hot and sticky you just want to jump in the
Simple is Good. Our Life in Hawaii, and Simplifying, Anywhere.
It seems fitting that as I fly back to Hawaii today, I would republish a post from exactly one year ago, when I returned from the same crazy month of surf contests in California. I have made some changes to this post, especially in light of the many questions I have been asked over the past year. I hope this post gives you a little more insight into our life, and might speak to that part of you (I think we all have it in us,) that wonders how life would be if you could just
Diet, exercise, and Body Image: My Story, Part I {A VLOG}
Hey guys! First, a quick surf update: Luke kicked off his first heat of Open division at Nationals today with a first place finish! We are super excited as he goes into quarter-finals tomorrow. Thanks again for all of the support--and as always, you can keep up on Instagram and Facebook for more timely updates. ;)And now....I'm sharing one more archived post! Here's the scoop...Though I know that most of my readers keep coming back for the family-related topics that I write about,
FIVE MYTHS About Being a Doctor’s Wife.
I am a doctor's wife. Sometimes--okay, most of the time--that still sounds funny to me, I'm not sure why.It occurred to me recently that I haven't talked much about Dave's work or being married to a doctor here on my blog, so maybe I should. It is a big part of who I am, and honestly--I have received so many repeated questions/assumptions from people over time, that I would love the chance to address them!First, I will share just a little background, then I will have some fun
Weight Issues and Mind Games.
Note: As I am currently finishing up an ebook along the lines of this very topic, I thought I would pull out one more post that I published over two years ago on my blog...I'd love feedback on this, especially now that some of these ideas are being put into the book! Weight Issues and Mind Games: I am familiar with the challenges of finding and maintaining a healthy weight and body image both personally, and as I have worked as a personal trainer and fitness instructor over the years.
The Anger-Lecture Habit in Parenting: My Struggle and How I’m Trying to Change it.
Today I am sharing a heart-felt post from over a year ago on a topic I would rather tell second-hand. But it's my truth, and I'm owning it. :) It is my desire to encourage anyone else who relates to this to grow and improve in this area. So...here it is:This is my story of struggling with anger in my parenting journey. I write it to encourage anyone who relates, in hopes of inspiring change. ;)I've struggled in this area for all of my parenting years, and though sometimes I have