HONORING DADS

Unfortunately, since the start of the economic downturn the Family
Violence Prevention Fund (FVPF) has seen a significant increase in the
demand for domestic violence services such as shelters, hot lines and
counseling. Experts say that now more than ever it is important for
parents to learn the tips to prevent relationship and family violence.
Thus, the RESPECT! Campaign www.giverespect.org [...]

Temper tantrum galore!

A mothers worst nightmare, the temper tantrum. The ultimate worst nightmare? A child having a temper tantrum while out shopping. Yes, that is my ultimate worst nightmare and it actually came true the other day. I swear I thought I was going to have the police show up at the store [...]

Tip of the day…

So you think you want to have another baby, huh? My tip to you…babysit a crying baby for two hours. That will really let you know if you want to do it all over again. Could be a great form of birth control!

Want a good laugh?

Alrighty then, thought so!
So last night Scotty had a baseball game. When it was over, I piled the kids into the van, threw in the purse, the little carry cooler thing, the snack, the chair, the baseball bag and on we went.
I decided to take the kids to McDonalds for ICE CREAM (Thank you very [...]

How to Find and Interview a Pediatrician

How to Find and Interview a Pediatrician
Choosing the right pediatrician is one of the most important decisions you make for your child. You want to find a pediatrician in a practice that makes you feel confident and comfortable. Your pediatrician should also be warm, compassionate, and open to your thoughts and feelings, and [...]

Oh yes, we all remember and will never forget

It is amazing to me that no matter what, this day will always take me back a bit. I did not know anyone that fell victim to this day, but my thoughts and prayers are always with those who have. I can’t believe it has been 7 years already. It is really [...]

Happy Birthday to my little one!

Today is my baby girl’s birthday.  She turns 4.  She is an amazing little creature I must say.  She is annoying beyond belief, however, she has such a unique personality that it just sets her apart from her siblings.  My oldest daughter is the “girly girl”, my son, who is the ‘middle child’ excels in [...]

MWAV is on a mission and we need your help!

Moms With A View is on a mission and we need your help! You may be out of the baby stage, but that doesn’t mean you cannot assist us as we venture on to a new mission. We cannot give you too many details, but the next time you go into a fast [...]

When you give a 10 year old girl a camcorder

You will most likely see her belting out a tune that their idols sing, such as I saw with my 10 year old. Here is Alyssa, my 10 year old daughter. Her dream is to become a singer one day and who am I to stop her pursue her dreams? So, I [...]

Read and Win

Getting your kids to read AND a free trip to Walt Disney World – what
could be better? This summer, Scholastic is getting kids excited about
summer reading through their Scholastic Summer Reading Buzz campaign,
which encourages kids to read 4 or more books during their summer
vacation. Kids log onto www.scholastic.com/buzz to print reading lists,
log what books they’ve [...]