Happy Bubbles: A Positive Routine for Kids Who Struggle with Bedtime

Are you one of those parents (like me) who have difficulty getting your little ones to bed?

If your kids are anything like mine, bedtime has always been a struggle. I thought we'd finally gotten it under control when last year  Kiddo 2 started to have bad dreams every night.

Eggplant Casserole: the BEST Eggplant Recipes #2

If you enjoyed last week's delicious Oven-baked Tomato and Cheese eggplant recipe, you'll love this one even more. This adapted recipe was handed down from my Italian mother in law and is definitely a family favorite.

Every Mom Needs a Hobby...or 3: Photography

Continuing with our "Every Mom Needs a Hobby" series which has already featured jewelry making and crocheting, this week brings us the joys of photography.

The great thing about hobbies is not only the creative outlet, but the fact that it is possible to earn some extra income on the side. Many moms open an Etsy store, or sell their creations at craft fairs.

With photography there is always the option to sell photos on sites such as Shutterstock, Dreamstime, iStockphoto, etc.

18 FUNtastic Ideas using LEGO to Teach Math

Using Lego to teach math? ABSOLUTELY!

When I was in school I loved math, but when I decided to home school my kids, math was one of the subjects I worried about most.

Not only did I desire to make learning math fun, I also wanted to ensure that my kids understood the LOGIC behind it.

It's easy enough in the early years to have children memorize facts, but facts can only get you so far. I believe if a child understands the concept of math at a fundamental level, then they will have an easier time grasping more abstract concepts later on.

After much trial, error, and learning from past mistakes, I've come to thoroughly enjoy teaching math to my kids. I love finding the way to explain a concept to them in the way I know THEY will best understand it.

I firmly believe if a child is not grasping a concept it is not because the child is dumb or unable to understand, it is because it’s not being presented to them in the right way. Every child has their own mode of learning and I believe it is my responsibility as a teacher to ensure that I am presenting things in a way that makes sense in their heads.

I enjoy making math a visual, tangible concept and here are 18 ways I've used Lego to accomplish just that.

the BEST Eggplant Recipes #1

Here's one of my favorite ways to serve eggplant.

5 Ways to Ring in the Spring Around your Home

Winter is fading, but spring has not yet arrived. If you're like me, you are getting itchy feet and can't wait for the promise of warmer weather. Here's a few ways you can springify (I know, it's not a word...) your home even if spring hasn't yet fully sprung.

What's Your Favorite Omelette Filling?

There's nothing like whipping up a delicious omelette for a quick dinner. We all have our list of ingredients that turns an omelette from yum to scrumptious. What's your omelette filling secret?

photo credit: Omlette via photopin (license)

Here's mine:

• thinly sliced tomatoes
• thinly sliced mushrooms
• thinly sliced olives
• a generous sprinkle of cheese