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Omaha Mom Bookshelf: How to Read More
Welcome to Omaha Mom Bookshelf! A series where we share books tips, recommend books, and share how we encourage our family to pick up books and read! Join us every month and share with...
When Freezin’ the Season, Get Outside Anyway!
Nebraska native? New in town? The Midwest winter can be a rollercoaster ride. Cooler weather is a guarantee. Embrace the winter months and head outside!
I love, love, love curling up by the fireplace with...
The Relaxed Mama Football Game Day Party for Kids
In the last year, my boys have gotten into football. Playing, watching, make-believing—they’re all about it! This year, we’re letting them have an at-home mini kids party for the biggest football game of the...
Omaha Mom Bookshelf: January Edition 2021 To Read List
The new year is a perfect time to set a reading goal. I try to set a goal each year, and I encourage my kids to do the same thing. You can make your...
Educational Games for Family Fun:: Great Holiday Gift Game Ideas
Playing games has always been a favorite activity of mine. There are games for everyone: all ages, stages, and group sizes. I am happy our family is getting to the stage of having weekly...
Family Recipe Vault:: Soups for the Soul
This is the time of year when people start posting their amazing holiday recipes and sharing mouth-watering photos on social media. I will frequently comment and ask friends to share their recipe if it...
My Anxiety/Panic Attacks:: How My Family Supported Me
My anxiety/panic attacks seemed to come out of nowhere.
I was baffled as to why I was feeling the way I was feeling. My husband was out of town, and things with my kids and...
The Heart of an Omaha Military Spouse: Welcoming Military Families
It wasn’t a surprise when my husband signed his contract to join the military. Growing up, he joined the Civil Air Patrol, ROTC, and always had a dream to fly. We are high school...
Cooking with Kids for Summer Picnic Fun
“Cooking is one of the great gifts you can give to those you love.” -Ina Garten
One of my most favorite activities to do with my boys is cooking in the kitchen. I enjoy baking...
Mama, you are beloved even if you believe otherwise.
Dear Ellen,
You are a good mama. You are the perfect mama for your three sons. No one is better suited to be their mama. You're fearfully and wonderfully made, and they are the fruit...