Praises of a Wife and Mommy

  Life is hard. We know this, and so does everyone else, but there are going to be some things that are a little harder than others such as trying to manage having kids and a full time job. The problem with this is that because it has become so normalized over the last few decades, people assume that it should be easy and that they shouldn’t be struggling with this. This is not the case at all, because it is going to be difficult, and you’ve just got to do the best you can. In this article, we’re going to be taking a look at some of the things that you can do to try and manage having your kids and a full time job. Keep reading down below if you would like to find out more. You’ve Got To Make Time Image Link - CC0 License The first thing that we’re going to say is that you have got to make time for the things that you need to make time for. We know that there are going to be times where  you miss things when it comes to your kids because you’re going to have to work whether this is a sp

  About the book:   Little ones will have fun using their powers of detection in this seek-and-find board book as they search, match, and learn while helping Mama Chipmunk locate adorable animals and items throughout the forest. Each richly illustrated spread includes interesting facts on God’s woodland creatures that help toddlers discover more about the world around them, providing a fun opportunity to spend time reading and exploring together with your child or an educational way to keep a young one busy as they look for and find objects alone. Mama Chipmunk is traveling through the forest, and she needs your child’s help to find food and the animals around her—including her adventurous baby!  Let's Learn About the Forest  is a colorful and playful search-and-find activity board book that encourages toddlers and preschoolers to explore the forest and see where all the baby animals are hiding—from the owlet nestled on a tree branch to the fawn curled up and hiding in the grass. M

About this story: God’s Creation: Help Tell the Story,  presented in the same style as  Press Here , offers an exciting way for children to experience God’s creation of the world as they interact with the words and illustrations, follow along with easy-to-understand directions, and watch the story of God’s creation unfold. This interactive picture book not only engages and keeps kids’ attention, but also helps them internalize and commit the story to memory. Bold, conceptual art by artist Joanne Liu leaves room for little ones’ imaginations to expand the story and begin to understand the greatness of God and his creation. My Review: I love the bright colored pictures and every little preschooler is going to love all the actions involved in this story.   Who knew reading could be so interactive!   I love this new exciting way to read a story.   Clap your hands, lift the book up, shake, tap, swipe, rub, push, blow, and even more actions!   Every child will engage more and probably rememb

  Are you thinking about getting back into exercise ? If so, then you need to make sure that you’re taking the correct precautions to keep yourself safe while you are working out. If you’re not sure what these things are, then it’s a good thing that you have come across this article. Down below, we’re going to be taking a look at how you can remain safe while you exercise, so keep reading if you would like to find out more. Location Credit - CC0 License Warm Up And Cool Down Warming up and cooling down is essential to remaining safe before and after a workout. A warm up helps to get your muscles ready for all of the movement that they are about to be put through, and gently warms up the systems in your body that are also going to be used. This way, you won’t burn yourself out too fast as your body will be ready for what is about to come. Cooling down is also important as it avoids your body just having to unexpectedly stop what it’s doing and calm down.  Every professional will tell y

  When you're buying or selling a home, the structural integrity of the property is always a key concern. Unfortunately, even if your home seems to be in excellent condition from the outside, there could be serious problems lurking behind the walls that could cost you a lot of money down the road. This blog post will discuss four key areas that can make or break your home's structural integrity and also provide some tips on how to maintain and improve these areas so that your home is as structurally sound as possible! via Pexels 1) The foundation The foundation of your home is literally what everything else is built upon, so it's important to make sure that it is in good condition. You can check the condition of your foundation by looking for cracks in the walls or ceiling, doors or windows that are sticking, or floors that are uneven.  Foundation problems can be caused by a number of things, including poor construction, soil erosion, and water damage. However, if not addr

  When most people think of getting healthy, they think of spending hours in the gym. While this is definitely one way to improve your health, it's not the only way. In fact, there are many ways to get outside and get active that don't involve a trip to the gym. #1 Go To Your Local Park Parks are great places to get fresh air and move your body. Most parks have walking trails that you can explore. If you bring a friend, you can even make it a competition to see who can reach the trail's end first. Parks are also a great place to play sports. If you're feeling competitive, challenge a friend to a game of basketball or tennis. Or, if you want to relax, parks are also great places to read a book or take a nap in the sun. No matter what you choose to do, spending time in your local park is a great way to get outside and get healthy. Photo by Nancy Bourque #2 Go For A Hike One of the best ways to get outside and get some exercise is by going for a hike. Hiking is a great wa