Clair
Clair is a former science teacher turned stay at home mommy to 3 kids, Ryleigh (6), Brady (5) and Chloe (1). She is originally from Mississippi and moved to Louisiana after meeting her husband at Mississippi College. She can’t imagine living anywhere else now. The culture here in Louisiana is the best: from the great food to cheering on the LSU Tigers. Her background in science has her loving to incorporate all things science while at home with her kids. This has led her to the world of blogging! Her blog, The Sprouting Minds, includes all things ‘mommy’ as well as those engaging kid activities. She hopes she can spread the love of science to other families as well as encourage mothers along the way.
Why You Should Visit Your Local Library
Some may cringe at the very thought of reading in general, while others are thrilled at the expectation of getting a new book. My kids are the later. They love to read! I am...
A Letter to My School-Aged Child as the Summer Ends
I can't believe this summer has gone by so quickly! It feels like just yesterday we were celebrating the end of the school year with awards day and kindergarten graduation. As a mother of...
Celebrating 4th of July with an Art Project
I can't believe the 4th of July is already here! We normally celebrate it with some side walk chalk and swimming during the day followed with the firework show at night. This year we...
Guilty About Mom Guilt
Summer is in full swing at my house. When I say full swing, I literally mean full swing: kids swinging on the curtains, swinging toys everywhere ... Ok, they are not actually swinging on...
A Different View of Sibling Love … As a Mother of 3
Growing up in a large family, 6 kids to be exact, life was always busy. I am the oldest of the 6 kids, followed by 3 sisters, a half brother and lastly a half...
I Am An Emotional Introvert
"Hey ya'll!" is one of my famous phrases besides the ol' "Bless your heart!" I would consider myself an extrovert, not afraid to meet new people and talk to you about your life in...
Why I am Choosing to be a “Yes” Mom
With spring officially in the air, so is my need to clean house and get everything organized. What is it about this time of the year that has us wanting to renew our space?...
Taking Advantage of Read Across America :: Thank You, Dr. Seuss
I cannot believe it is Dr. Seuss' 114th birthday, making today also Read Across America Day! Dr. Seuss books have always been a childhood favorite of mine and still are to this day. They're...
When Trying to Answer “Why” During a Tragedy
Why does this have to happen and why to those innocent children?
As a mother, I cannot even bare to think of the answer to such questions. I so deeply wish that it were...
Valentine’s Day Foaming Hearts Activity
Valentine's Day is almost here, and there is some counting down going on over here. I am not so much on receiving Valentine's Day gifts: flowers, chocolates, and cards. Don't get me wrong here....
Why Early Childhood Intervention Was Key For My Son
I never knew how important early intervention was until my son Brady turned 2 on September 5, 2013 and was saying 3-4 words. Maybe. He had developed on time with everything else, pretty much...
A Letter to the New Year
December 31, 2017 Hello New Year! I am writing you this letter as a reminder to myself that you will be a year of renewal. I find myself coming to this exact same realization at...