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What a truly realistic schedule would look like

I mentioned before that I'm using this book to build a new family schedule.   My first one was ridiculously…

9 years ago

“You’re Gonna Make it After All!” A Night at the ER

My crazy week is over. There's a fresh new week to take on, with no mistakes in it yet. Rest…

9 years ago

A Potty Training Pep Talk

I am not new at this. John David is my fourth boy, my fourth go-round. This is nothing new for…

9 years ago

“Dad, you’re better than a kangaroo.”

As I mentioned yesterday, we are in Florida, on vacation. Joshua asked us last night, "So where are we going…

9 years ago

The Reason I Don’t Want to Fly to Alabama

I love visiting my family. I love going to the beach. I love seeing my people! Why does Alabama have…

9 years ago

My name is April, and I am addicted to Facebook.

Facebook is holding me back. I'll tell you what I mean. Tonight I really wanted to go to bed early.…

9 years ago

Screwdrivers, Food, and Price Increases: Yes, it makes sense!

Have I mentioned that I only have 4 weeks of teaching left for this year? Surely I have mentioned this…

9 years ago

Daniel thinks that I am April O’Neil.

Today Daniel turned four. I asked him what kind of cake he'd like for his birthday. In the very early…

9 years ago

Worst Mother Ever: Presentation Day

Thanks for the photo, Vanessa! I have been working all day to clean up. My in-laws are on their way!…

9 years ago

One Tough Seven-year-old

This week was my birthday. I did not have a good birthday. I had both a terrible and a wonderful…

9 years ago