Today I’m unveiling a new addition to Heligirl – Mom Tip Monday. I’ve received so much feedback these past few months in response to my periodic positive parenting articles, I’ve decided to make them a little more regular and predictable for everyone. So from now on, every Monday here on Heligirl you’ll find an article, […]
September 2010
I feel like there isn’t enough time in the day and despite my every effort to keep up with family, work and the daily chores, I’m forever feeling I’m behind and my energy level is in the pits. As a result I start to talk down to myself and eventually feel inadequate and slightly depressed. […]
Ever since I was a little girl, I’ve wanted a little girl of my own. I even chose her name when I was 12. It took me a little longer than I’d hoped, but I got her. I love this shot, taken last weekend at the zoo’s merry-go-round. We had a great day together. Tweet
When we empower our children, they develop the skills they need to have power over their own lives. In the short term empowerment plants the seeds for developing an “I can do it” attitude. In the long term, empowerment helps children become capable and develop high self esteem in their teen and adult lives. Teaching […]
I’ve posted my very first giveaway and it is for a stunning and amazingly cool Shutterfly product. Due to the rules of my advertisers who keep Heligirl.com paid for (so far this is a non-profit blog without the tax shelter of a 501(c)3), my reviews and giveaways are posted under the “Reviews/Favorite Things” tab. Here’s […]
I honestly love Shutterfly. For the last three years I’ve used Shutterfly to make incredible photo books of the kids’ milestones both for myself and for family as gifts. I made my first one after a coworker showed me a book she’d made of her vacation. After seeing how gorgeous and professional it looked I […]
There’s a treat at the end of this post… I’m a big believer in quality time for couples, especially when you have kids. A strong relationship and marriage is the foundation of the family, and without it, just like a house, everything will crumble. This has really been hitting home as some of my friends […]
We’re back from our long weekend away in Sedona. We made it home about 2:30 p.m. yesterday to a little dude cranky with teething (but thrilled to see us) and a very excited Sweetness. In their excitement they forgot they’re supposed to sleep through the night so working on five hours of sleep I leave […]
