Burnt Pancakes

The last day of school can be just as exciting for parents as it is for kids. It marks the end of packing lunches, rushing out of the house in the morning, and nagging kids to finish homework. As a former classroom teacher, the last day of school was better than Christmas. Why not make…

Gosh, you have your hands full.

By: Katie Fenske June 26, 2021September 24, 2021

Mom Stuff, My StoriesBoy Mom

I get this comment all the time. From the older man in the grocery store aisle, to the librarian at the library or the cashier at check out. And to tell the truth, with three little boys, yes, my hands are full, and actually overflowing. I don’t know how to respond to this comment. Should…

A Little Cutie Is On The Way

By: Katie Fenske June 21, 2021August 17, 2021

Mom StuffHolidays/Events1 Comment

When my cousin told me she was pregnant I was beyond excited. She and I grew up playing house together and she is about as close as a sister as one can get. Her baby isn’t due until August but I am already in love. When she mentioned having a shower I instantly jumped on…

Our Favorite Magnet Toys

By: Katie Fenske June 20, 2021July 29, 2021

Favorite StuffToys/books

My kids love magnetic toys but I love them even more because of how easy they are to clean up.

Chasing Rainbows

By: Katie Fenske June 17, 2021September 24, 2021

Mom Stuff, My StoriesHome1 Comment

For young girls in the 80s like myself, rainbows were everything! Rainbow Bright influenced our styles and early on we learned that ROYGBIV could add wonders to a crayon drawing.

When Life Gives Your Friend Lemons

By: Katie Fenske June 15, 2021August 8, 2021

Mom StuffGifts, Printables1 Comment

A few weeks ago I texted a good friend but didn’t hear back from her that day. This isn’t really unusual because as moms we have all been there.

Do You Have What It Takes To Be Called “Boy Mom?”

By: Katie Fenske June 15, 2021July 29, 2021

Mom StuffBoy Mom1 Comment

After the birth of my third son, I had officially clinched the title of “Boy Mom” and there was no turning back.

First Impressions

By: Katie Fenske June 15, 2021September 24, 2021

Mom Stuff, My Stories1 Comment

“Hey Hun, they said that their baseball game was cancelled and they can come over tonight after all,” he nonchalantly says.

Can I Make My Lunch “By Mine Own?”

By: Katie Fenske June 15, 2021August 8, 2021

Kid StuffBoy Mom, Food & Drinks, Fostering Independence2 Comments

My boys have just recently been asking to make their own lunches at home. Part of me thinks, Oh gosh, this is going to be a complete mess and they will probably be consuming something with less than 2% nutritional value.

Being an Imperfect Mom in an Insta-Perfect World

By: Katie Fenske June 15, 2021December 1, 2021

Featured Stuff, Mom Stuff, My Stories4 Comments

You’ve heard the expression, “A picture is worth a thousand words.” But what happens when my pictures are hiding a thousand words?

As I scrolled through my Instagram pictures, I realized that I am only showing about half of what my life actually is.

My perfectly cropped picture is hiding my messy house. The beautifully toned filter is covering up the lack of sleep I got from having young children. After 20 tries and a few death stares, we manage to get one family picture where we are all somewhat looking at the camera.

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