As a mom, I am all about being cost-effective. And this isn’t just about hard times. If I can save money on one thing, that means I have money to splurge (…I mean to spend responsibly…) somewhere else. One way of saving money while adding free value in the education department is the library. I … Read more
Here’s a funny story: I remember once when someone found out my children don’t watch a popular cartoon (which will remain unnamed), she blurted out: “So what do they watch? That sounds boring?!” Maybe you’re reading this and share the same viewpoint. But I’m here to tell you that “safe media” isn’t and doesn’t always … Read more
Raising children is hard work. (I’m a mother of three, I know!) But if we love our children at all (which I assume we all do), we just have to gird up our parental loins and get the job done. One very important aspect of parenting is the need for God in it all. We … Read more
If you’re like me (a woman who always loves a good bargain), this article is right up your ally! (Welcome back to our blog and I encourage you to share this article with a friend:] And just so you know, there are some affiliate links in this article, so if you click and make a … Read more
They sometimes hit like a boulder. Most catch me off-guard. I’m talking about the questions my children ask! Let’s jump right into some of the ones that stand out! Mommy, is Jesus the Cornerstone of our Faith? My 6-year-old son unexpectedly blurted out this when we were on our way to church. I’m not sure … Read more
On February 14, 2023, I shared an article about working outside the home after 10 years at home. As I had suggested in that article, my heart is really to be at home. Well, after working for four-and-a-half months, I’m back home fulltime again! I know – it didn’t last long! lol! Where Do I … Read more
Mango time in Jamaica is a favourite of most Jamaicans. It signals the advent of summer holidays and the seemingly endless supply of the beloved fruits. For most true-blue Jamaicans, anything that starts with “m” will suffice. But yours truly is a Julie girl (and maybe East Indian if I can’t get my hands on … Read more
The Bible reminds us that in everything, we should give thanks (1 Thessalonians 5:18). In this post I am giving thanks for the apparent academic success of my three children who were all awardees on their school’s Principal’s Honour Roll. I had no idea they would have qualified, because they aren’t the best in timing … Read more
On another mom-children sojourn with my parents, it happened that the children’s grandparents went out of the house. My youngest daughter seemed to suddenly notice that we were the only ones in the house and said: “Grandma and grandpa are gone. Now we are all by ourselves.” My son was quick to comfort her: “God … Read more
