When you are a parent, the way you look at the world becomes completely different. Not only do you have to think about what you think, you have to think about what your kids think as well. A perfect example of this would be racism. Our world is more inflamed than this generation has likely…
My Autistic Son is Not A Sexual Predator
Sometimes, I wish that my son had a physical disability, instead of a neurological one. Because when you see someone in a wheelchair, or on crutches, most people don’t worry that they are going to rape or molest their child. But that isn’t the case with children with neurological problems (AKA – on the Autism Spectrum). They…
I Spent Last Weekend With Zombies (And Zombie KIllers) #WSCPhilly
Last weekend was a strange one. Most of our weekends are about laundry, me cooking and photographing recipes for this site, going to church , chillaxing and just having “lazy days”. But this weekend, Jonathan (my middle child) and I were all about zombies! I am not ashamed to say that I am a HUGE Zombie…
How a Pyrex Yellow Bowl Made Me Incredibly Happy
This Christmas, my husband gave me something that I have wanted (and ok – coveted) for about 7 years. A Pyrex set of 4 nesting bowls from the 1960’s. I received many great gifts this year from my family and friends, but nothing compared to the set of 50-year old used mixing bowls that he…
Merry Christmas From Mindi!
I am checking out to spend Christmas Eve and Day with my family! It’s been a crazy year this year and I want you to know how much I appreciate each and every one of you. This past year has seen an enormous change at Moms Need To Know. This site transitioned from just another…
Ways To De-Stress Your Household
Does life seem to be a constant battle at your house? From chores to sibling rivalry, sometimes it’s just insane around here! We’ve worked really hard to calm things down, and basically just take it all down a notch – so I’m going to share my tips on how to destress the entire household! If…
Your iPad is Not A Camera – So Just Stop It Now!
As the mom of 3 children who have Orchestra, Band, Variety Show, Chorus and just about any other performance you can name to attend, I have an open plea to all parents everywhere. Buy a friggin’ camera or video recorder with a small screen and stop subjecting the rest of us to your inability to…
Working From Home | Simple Steps to Productivity!
Working from home can be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life. I know that it has completely changed my life! The ability to set your own pace, work from your bed or in-home office in the comfort of your pajamas, or simply avoid a lengthy commute all make this a great choice…
Bullies Only Have Power When You Give It To Them
It’s a well-known fact that bullying by and against children and teens is an epidemic in this country. As the victim of some serious verbal bullying back when I was in middle school (partly because I had some behavior issues and partly because I was a “poor kid” at a private school full of very…
40 Things To Do Before You Turn 40 Years Old
April is my “birthday month” and although I am getting older, I no longer get upset about aging. Every year we age and wonder if we are accomplishing all in life that we should or are capable of. Those of us approaching 40 or who are well into our 40s have a different mindset that…
They Are My Children and I Will Decide If They Take a Day Off Of School!
I don’t often get ranty on this site (although I am told that I should), but there is something on my mind and I can’t believe that I am the only one fed up with the situation. A little background….. We decided to take our children out of school 1 day early for Thanksgiving break…
The Sun Is Always Shining
I took this picture out of an airplane window a few weeks ago and I have gone back and looked at it several times whenever I am feeling overwhelmed with life, family and work. My flight that morning was at about 10:30am on a Thursday. As the airport is about 50 minutes (with no traffic)…
Mindi has been blogging since 2008 sharing her best frugal living tips, recipes and more. When she isn't writing, she spends time as an unpaid cook, maid and chauffeur to her 3 children!
