The Singing Singleys
A glimpse into the family culture I grew up in—a weird world where anyone could burst into song at any moment and where "jerk-face" was a term of endearment.
How Jana Builds Family Relationships
The Frei family enjoys being together, whether they're just working around the house, inventing games at the park, or welcoming the whole neighborhood to their annual Frei-for-all.
How Lori Builds Family Relationships
The busy Brescia family has to be creative to find time together, but they're up to the challenge, from battling it out in American Ninja Warrior and lip-sync competitions to going on one-on-one dates to transforming into Secret Service Santas.
Where Did “Fun Mom” Go?
Ask any adult with at least one sibling, and they'll tell you the same story. The big ones got all the attention; the younger ones got away with way more as teenagers and had later curfews. Which ones are the lucky ones?
How She Plans Meals
This month, I talked to some fabulous moms who have found meal-planning systems that work for them. They offer great advice to all the other fabulous moms who are currently staring into the refrigerator, wondering what to make for dinner.
How Janae Plans Meals
Janae does all her meal planning on her phone, with a system that is brilliant in its simplicity.
How Jen Plans Meals
Each of Jen's seven children plan a meal and cook it one night a week, which results in interesting dinners and competent kids. Don't miss her great tips at the end!
Strategic Mommery
Sometimes it's hard to think about the big picture when we're wiping bottoms and doing dishes, but strategic thinking can infuse those mundane things with meaning.
How Kara Plans Meals
Kara plans meals a month at a time using a clever card system. She focuses on healthy food her kids will actually eat. (Kids: 10, 8, 4, 10m)
Making Weak Things Strong
Ten years ago, I started my personal "Weak Things Strong Project," where I identify what I'm struggling with the most (i.e. messy kitchen, sleep deprivation, being a know-it-all) and set a specific goal to make myself stronger. It turned into this website.