Posts by Rachel Nielson

3 Takeaways for Meal Planning // Valerie Bradshaw

3 Takeaways for Meal Planning By Valerie Bradshaw 1) Make a list of 7 simple meals, including sides, that your family likes overall. Not everyone has to love them, but perhaps every person likes an element of it or most people like it. Make sure they are realistic to make time wise and cost wise for…

3 Takeaways to Be a Happy Stepmother

3 Takeaways to Be a Happy Stepmother **This mother prefers to remain anonymous 1) Find a friend you can trust to talk to Having someone safe to talk to is important. We all need an outlet and someone to talk to about our unique circumstances. When we need to vent about a stepchild it’s…

3 Takeaways for Grocery Shopping with Kids // Angela Paulsen

The Opportunity of the Grocery Store: How to go grocery shopping with kids and WHY By Angela Allen Paulsen I want to share why I feel grocery shopping with kids is still relevant and important, even in a day of click-list and pick-up. If that statement caused a reaction in you, you’re not alone. Grocery…

Auto Bio Poems

**This creative writing exercise is a great way to figure out who you are and what sparks joy for you. Do it by yourself, with your spouse, or with your whole family! Use the template below: First name 3-4 adjectives that describe you Lover of…(three things) Who feels…(three things) Who needs…(three things) Who gives…(three…