parenting

  File this one under “Stupid Shit Kids Do.”

The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go. —Dr. …

As cities and states around the county lock down, and other countries go into full-out quarantine mode, the Schwannema household has decided …

I meant to post this on Skyler’s birthday last month, but I just never got around to it. You know how it …

For the first time in 511 days, I went to an airport, boarded a plane, and flew to another city. I can’t …

I dont know about you, but this cold weather has me dreaming of warmer, sunnier days and all of the fun stuff …

The other day, when I was off work, I decided to pick Skyler up from school early to sneak in a few …

Yep. I’m that mom who took a not-quite-3-year-old to see a stage musical. And ya know what? It was a great experience! …

Do three year olds ever stop talking? From the time we pick Skyler up at 5 to the time he finally passes …

I haven’t been at it long, but already, parenthood has taught me a lot. It forces me to practice patience, prioritize someone’s …