Kelly Mock
10 Sight Word Games and Activities
We've made it to September! (Pause for collective sigh of relief!) Whether your kids are learning virtually or face to face, we're back to schedules, homework, and book reports. Sight word lists are being...
5 ways to “Paw-ty” with the Kids on National Dog Day
Are you like me and enjoy any reason for a celebration? Or, maybe the end of summer has got you down, and you could use a little excitement! Well grab the kids, and your...
Are We There Yet? :: 10 Road Trip Activities For Kids
Summer in Dallas is in full swing. The AC is cranked up, the kids are complaining of boredom, and mom is dreaming of a vacation! And now more than ever, families are opting for...
Going One Day “Without” Mom
My name is Kelly, and I have a strong-willed daughter. There really needs to be a support group, but as there is not, I keep playing the trial and error game with how best...
People Coming Together From Far Apart
Times are hard right now. People are living in fear and uncertainty. Schedules have been thrown out the window. Lives have been rearranged. The world is a scary place. But with all of the...
5 Picture Books For Confident Girls
As a child I was incredibly shy and about as far from confident as a girl can be. When we found that we were expecting our first daughter, I wanted her to be bold,...
20 Indoor Crafts and Activities for Kids
When you have kids, there are going to be times when you are stuck inside! Here are 20 activities and crafts using things you probably already have around the house!
For the Little Ones:
Here are...
Learning to Parent as a Middle Child
I can remember when my parents told me that I was going to be a big sister, not knowing what it would mean to be the middle child. At almost 8 years old, I...
8 Mom Hacks for an Easier 2020
As a mom to 2 little girls, I feel like each year gets busier and busier. To-do lists get longer and the kids' needs change with each calendar page. It's hard to keep up!...
Elf on the Shelf Mom Fails
It's Christmas time again, and those jolly little elves are back causing mischief in households everywhere. And while the kids are tucked snug in their beds with visions of sugarplums dancing in their heads,...
Complete Guide to Hosting FRIENDSGIVING
It’s November, and many families are preparing for not one, but two Thanksgivings. In recent years the tradition of “Friendsgiving” has become quite popular. Friends of all ages gather with their favorite potluck dishes...
9 Light Layer Wardrobe Staples {For Fall in Texas}
"Well it is Fall in Texas, and you know what that means. Nothing." Have you seen that meme? Or the one that says, “Fall in Texas basically means Summer but with pumpkins.” But it’s...