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World's Strictest Parents - What a Joke!

image source I really have a problem with that show "World's Strictest Parents" on MTV (and CMT). It should be called "World's Most Undisciplined Teens"! For those of you that are unfamiliar with the show, here's th…
Laminating Using Clear Contact Paper-Chore Chart & Color Matching

post from A Little Tipsy Did you know you can use clear contact paper to laminate at home? I had some things I wanted to reinforce to protect them from little hands. Basically, so they would last more than five minutes.…
The Chores CAN Wait

from Bobbyfam Proverbs 17:22 says, "A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones." When was the last time you left the dishes in the sink, the laundry in the dryer and the toys on the floor.…
Paid with Clothes....

Well, my daughter (8 years old) has been helping watch her great grandmother (My grandmother). She watches her some during the day and sleeps downstairs with her at night. She has been paid for what she is doing by bo…
Tips on Housework with Kids

by Mama Seahorse image sourceI recently read THIS POST and was reminded of a couple of the things I like to involve the kids with when it comes to housework.My mother was OCD about alot of things, including the layou…
Doctor's Orders

by Mama Elephant image sourceI went in to the OB clinic for my non stress test this morning, like a good little patient. My numbers were exactly the same as yesterday but the doctor in the office today sent me to the …
The Smallest Helper - Toddlers in Action

by Mama Fox My son finishes his dinner then takes his plate to the counter, standing on his tip toes to push it awkwardly onto the counter. I follow to help him, making a comment that he's not quite tall enough yet. As …
Life as a 7 Year Old...

by Mama Bee Me: Do you have homework?Son: Yes. I have a little.Me: Okay, lets get on it because its bath night.Son: Can I do it after dinner?Me: No, you can do it now as I asked though.Son: Okay. But, I will do it beca…
At What Age Should Children Start Doing Chores?

by Mama Monkey I have 3 boys and they all seem pretty convinced that I am there to cook and clean for them. I'm really not sure where they got this attitude from as I have never been one to pick up after messes that the…
I Discovered My Secret Weapon -Insomnia

by Mama Giraffe So in addition to having a house set up where all 3 kids sleep near each other, I have insomnia. In other words, I don't get much sleep. If I'm not awake on my own, then one of the kids is bound to…