The other night my hubby was not at home and the kids and I were getting frustrated with each other. They were bored and I needed some down time. My kids love to ride. You have heard of driving a crying baby around in the car; well, my five year old and 21 month old …
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To Spank or Not To Spank?
Last night I was watching Supernanny. I am sure that all over the country those who watched it were stirred one way or the other. The topic, to spank or not to spank. Ouch! (no pun intended :)) Touchy subject, right? Yeah well, here I go … I, like this young woman last night, was …
Welcome to 1SmartMom!
Welcome to 1SmartMom! Welcome to 1smartmom! A place where you can find inspiration, creative ideas for parenting, and encouragement to live your dreams, and be the woman you were created to be. If you have a comment about a post, follow the link “comments” at the end of each post. Please feel free to leave …
Dream-builders, not Dream-crashers!
“For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord. They are plans for good and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” (Jeremiah 29:11) Surround yourself with the right people and you can fulfill the dreams God gives you. Put yourself in relationships with people who are not …
Tag, I’m It!
Ok, so I have never been tagged before. This is apparently a game other bloggers play. I have been tagged for the “come as you are” game. This means I had to stop what I was doing and take a picture of myself…just as I am! Most days I am up and hair fixed before …
Simple and Quick Recipe, Tortilla Soup:
Ingredients: 4 cans cream of chicken 4 cans chicken broth 2 cans MILD Rotel tomatoes 3-4 B/S Chicken Breast or Tenderloins (1lb.) Spring onion 1/2 to 1 tsp. Cumin (Depending on how much you like Spice) Directions: Cube and brown the chicken. Chop up the spring onion Add all ingredients to the pot and bring …
Thankful Thursdays~ Friendship
Today, I am thankful for my friends who are far away. Neither distance nor time can separate the bond between true friends… I am thankful for friends from my youth, Shalom, and Melanie. You have always believed in my future inspite of knowing my past, you have rejoiced in my triumphs and held my hand …
Potato Stamping
Try this great craft idea with your kids. What you will need: Potato Sharp knife (For Adults only!) PaintPaper A shallow dish Directions: Wash the potato and cut it in half. On the cut face of the potato, use the knife to carve a simple shape (e.g a star). Cut away the potato surrounding the …
Holiday Clutter Stress!
Ok moms, it is that time of the year. You know, when your children are going to get an influx of toys and you are going to think, “where on earth am I going to fit all of this stuff!” Here are a couple of tips to help keep down on the extra holiday clutter. …
What Is My Eternal Purpose?
A friend asked me recently, “How do you find your purpose?” This is such a loaded question, one with many answers. I recently heard John Bevere’s message, “Driven By Eternity”. Although I have already been on a journey in the last year to find my purpose, this message has caused me to dig deeper into …