As a mom to twins… make that tween twins… ahhh 😩, I know how wild things can get during Halloween season!
Between school projects, homework, endless hockey, football, and dance practices—not to mention planning fun matching mom-and-daughter costumes—there’s always so much going on.
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When my twins were younger, pumpkin painting was our go-to fall activity. There was always paint splattered everywhere, glitter covering every surface, and pumpkins rolling off the table – but my kids loved it!
Fast forward to now and they’re tweens. So they’re not as excited about it. At all. But because it’s our tradition, they go along with it. And you know what, I can tell they still secretly enjoy it, even if they roll their eyes a little.
My daughter has always been crafty, so she still adds her own special touch to everything. She’ll bring out stencils, sketch her designs first, and find the perfect color combos, while my son’s pumpkin tends to be a little more…ummm…freestyle (a.k.a. paint everywhere).
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My twins are still a few years away from college (whew!), but I’m not gonna lie.
College is definitely something that’s starting to get on my mind.
Of course I’ll help out my kids and they’re not going to go hungry, but college is a time for finding your way in the world. And with that comes independence…both in life and financially.
Living on a college budget meant getting creative with just about everything, especially when it came to managing space, time, and energy.
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The journey of pregnancy is a truly magical experience, filled with wonder, anticipation, and…… a whole lot of questions!
It’s a time to embrace the changes, nurture your growing little one, and prepare for the incredible journey ahead.
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Congratulations on your pregnancy!
One of the most exciting parts of this journey is sharing your news with family and friends.
Whether you’re announcing your first pregnancy or your third, finding the perfect words to capture your joy and anticipation can be tough.
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Elna is a mom to twins who blogs and writes for a living. She loves all things mom. While she’s not blogging, you can find Elna meal planning, organizing and helping other moms in her Facebook group, Ready Set Blog for Traffic (From Mom to Mompreneur). →