Praises of a Wife and Mommy

Image link For the first months of their life, your child is your responsibility. You care for them and feed them and love them. This sets the foundations for the rest of their life. Once they reach a certain age, however, it is time for them to go to school. They are no longer only your responsibility, but a group of teachers, and other children. So, once they reach this stage, how can you ensure that they continue to thrive? First off, it’s so important that your kids understands why they are going to school, and why they must work hard. How you choose to express this is up to you, but it needs to be done. Often, once they start, children love school, especially preschools and nurseries. They get to spend their days with their friends, playing games. It’s a great starting point to get them ready for ‘big school’ and more complex subjects. They get to express their creativity , and learn skills, and play sports. Be sure to ask them lots of questions about what they have d...

So the last couple days I have noticed a nasty smell to my washing machine.  I know my sense of smell is still really hight with being pregnant but it smells of rotten eggs!!  NASTY!!! There are no clothes in there or anything for it to smell?? Right now I am running a clothes free cycle on hot water with just bleach to try to clean it out.  I was also reading up and might try a baking soda and vinegar solution if the bleach does not work. I also heard that I might need to take some piece off and clean it?? I also heard it could be a water issue but wouldn't the shower and other water stink too? Has anyone else experienced this??  What did you do to fix the smelly, icky, nasty smell??

I am writing this post because Money Saving Mom had asked a question for ideas on what to do for a family when someone passes. My mother passed away when I was 18 years old and there were many friends and family that jumped in to care and love on us. This list can be ideas for someone very close or even a neighbor. So here is a list of ideas: 1. Meals! No one even thinks about food so cooking is a chore. Think about making a few meals that can be in the freezer and just thrown in the oven. Or think about organizing a few meals to be dropped off that are all prepared and ready to eat. I organize meals at my church for any deaths, new babies, or anyone injured. It is a real blessing to them and many ladies I know like to cook so it works out well. 2. Kids! If they have young children consider taking them for the day so they can prepare for the funeral and do all necessary paperwork etc. Even consider taking the kids a few days after the funeral. It will really allo...