by jenniminer | May 2, 2020 | Book Readings & Reflections, General, Kids, Mental Health
As a society, we are trying right now to protect our kids from all the pain that COVID-19 is causing. Cancelled sports, cancelled graduations, fear of illness, remote learning, separation from friends and family…. It’s okay for us to be real with them.It’s okay...
by jenniminer | Feb 19, 2020 | Daily Life Reflections, Fun, General, Inspiration, Kids, Leadership
I’ve been working on a goal for over three years now…..⠀⠀Yep, sometimes it just takes me that long to get my act together.⠀⠀MY GOAL: Have a rotating one-on-one connection with a different kid (I have four) each week.⠀⠀The first year, I put it in my...
by jenniminer | Feb 15, 2020 | Challenge!, Daily Life Reflections, General, Kids
Take time to breathe before you respond.⠀⠀Count to three, and don’t be annoyed by them acting their age.⠀⠀They are just struggling to find their way in life, and are still learning.⠀⠀Their questions and concerns are more than valid.⠀⠀Practice more patience and grace...
by jenniminer | Dec 30, 2019 | Fun, General, Kids
Walking with two of my favorite boys, enjoying fun conversation….. (while it’s snowing ❄️ in Boise).⠀⠀Person 1 – Brainstorms a super power⠀Person 2 – Alters the super power to be a little less positive⠀⠀Examples:⠀⠀Me – Flying⠀Keenan –...
by jenniminer | Nov 14, 2019 | Daily Life Reflections, General, Inspiration, Kids
A note to my beautifully strong daughter….⠀⠀1. Ever since you came in my life, things have never been the same. I am a better person because of you.⠀2. Do not beat yourself up when you make mistakes, learn from them.⠀3. Always strive to make the right...
by jenniminer | Oct 16, 2019 | Food, General, Kids
Rhys (13 y/o): “Mom, what’s for dinner?” Me (laying in bed): “I’m not sure bud. I’m really not feeling well, I’m not sure what to do.” Rhys: “Well, you know I’m always a proponent of ordering a pizza to be delivered. You know, it really is a great food; it contains...