Life’s More Fun When You’re Fully Present for It
When you’re bored, it’s easy to check out. We watch movies or listen to podcasts while cleaning. We mindlessly scroll through social media while waiting for more exciting things to happen. But if we’re not careful, we can scroll long enough that life starts passing us by. Even worse, we start to become bored with …
Don’t Know How to Get Started Cleaning? Try This Trick
I hate to admit it, but after the events of last year, my home became a bit of a depression nest. We’ve finally come out of it, but knowing where to start when everything needs to be cleaned can be overwhelming. Here’s the trick I used to fool my brain into thinking we were playing …
Book Blitz: Jacob’s Melody by Jacqueline Diaz
Harmony in Autism Children’s Book Date Published: May 7, 2024 Publisher: MindStir Media Meet Jacob, an autistic friend who sees the world in his own way. Struggling to make friends, he discovers the power of music- and music therapy- with the help of a caring teacher. In the rhythm of challenges and quiet moments, …
Bringing Back Two of My Blogs: Just a Secular Homeschooler and Activism My Way
At the end of 2021, when I changed the name of this blog from Wining Wife® to Well-Caffeinated Mom, I also put some other projects into retirement. I changed the name of this blog to reflect changing priorities (I still enjoy wine and spirits from time to time, but there are other things I want …
Stop Asking People to Tamp Themselves Down for Your Comfort!
Recently, I had an interaction where I posted a question in a homeschooling group asking about microscopes. I received a response that had nothing to do with my question and instead told me to avoid using the curriculum I was planning to use (and that I’d beefed up a good bit) with my rising 5th …
Art of Tea Review
If you’re looking for a tea subscription with a good variety of teas, you might want to check out The Art of Tea. This company impressed me when I tried their samples, and I’ve since ordered more from them. I’ve always enjoyed tea from their competitors, Numi and Republic of Tea. Now I’m happy to …
Book Blitz: The Case of the Zombie Ninjas by Erik Christopher Martin
Dotty Morgan Supernatural Sleuth Book Two Middle Grade/Paranormal Mystery Date Published: Mach 15, 2024 Twelve-year-old supernatural sleuth Dotty Morgan becomes embroiled in an ancient conflict between rival factions who both want the Japanese sword her father gave her as a birthday present. The timing couldn’t be worse. She’s navigating the complications of …
Book Blitz: The Caretaker by Regina Wixon
Haunted Historical Mystery Series, Book 3 Paranormal Thriller Date Published: February 25, 2024 A blizzard rips through the Black Hills of South Dakota, as journalist Rachael embarks on a journey to Hawthorne House, a remote inn located deep in the frigid wilderness. As the storm rages on, Rachael finds herself caught in a …
