My New Grocery Shopping Method: Remove the MiddleMOM

“Where’s my deodorant?” It never failed, no matter how hard I’d try I’d always come home one or two items short. Chalk it up to distractions while shopping. And if I didn’t forget an item I’d get the wrong one, the wrong face wash, bread, you name it! Pair that with the fact that it seemed like the kids were going through toiletries and snacks like there was an endless supply and this mom started rethinking everything. Like every mom, my time is valuable. I knew there had to be a better way, a way to get the kids more involved. A way for them to take on more responsibility. For them to have a more thorough understanding and appreciation for the time, energy, and monetary value that goes towards getting supplies for the family. So I did something kind of huge.

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What is it like raising teenagers on your own? 

 Sometimes it’s hard to see the forest for the trees. Lately, my days are moving fast, too fast. I’m up at 5, work on the blog, head to work, sub float, teach, make calls during lunch to switch the considerable amount of obligations over to my name since the divorce, teach, then it’s more work, errands, kids’ lessons, classes, gym, etc., followed by dinner, homework, grade/prep, then just lather, rinse and repeat for the remainder of the week. I practically feel like a robot. However, it’s the in-between moment, in between all the responsibilities and obligations of work, running a household, paying the bills, etc. that the really intense moments and life lessons occur. Often at the most inconvenient of times. But when has parenting ever been convenient? 

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How To Set Up An Interesting Gaming Station For Your Kids

Decorating an apartment’s interior is a complicated job that requires significant financial investments and a lot of time dedicated to choosing pieces of furniture and all the necessary equipment.

When it comes to furnishing a gaming room, the situation is even more complicated because you have to delve deeper into the product’s performance and consider which vendor offers the best value for money. However, adequate equipment, furniture, decoration, and lighting make up the entire experience of playing games, and real gamers enjoy furnishing their rooms because they know that they are waiting for a phenomenal space dedicated exclusively to their favorite hobby.

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