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 …
Book Blitz: Laughing Is Forever by Jason Stocks
Poetry Date Published: March 22, 2024 Publisher: MindStir Media Laughing is Forever is my second book. And while it’s gritty, rhythmic, dark and dangerous it’s also fun, quirky, and inquisitive. Topics range from growing up in the Deep South to questioning the mainstream narrative of how it all . . . came to be. …
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 …
Book Blitz: The Gnome and the Science Experiment
Today’s Book Blitz is a children’s book about a 5th grader named Nathan and his class’s field trip to Sunbrook Forest National Park. Hold onto your seats; The Gnome and the Science Experiment by Marilyn Slaughter will take you on a wild ride. This post contains affiliate links. Should you click on a link and …
Natural Grocers® Debuts “Spin & Blend” Fitness Classes…Coming Soon???
The company known as America’s Nutrition Education ExpertsSM plans to expand its services with FREE onsite fitness classes, combining cardio and premium quality ingredients and some good old-fashioned April Fools’ fun. LAKEWOOD, Colo., Apr. 1, 2024 — Natural Grocers®, America’s Nutrition Education ExpertsSM and the largest family-operated organic and natural grocery retailer in the U.S., is proud to …
Breaking Off Relations with Toxic Family Members – It’s Not Just Good; It’s Necessary
Today’s guest post is from Matt Lundquist, LCSW, MSEd. Matt talks about how hard it can be to break off relationships with family members who don’t have our best interests in mind. After all, we break up with partners who are abusive (and that can be hard in and of itself). As someone who has …