Tomi Dechant
Tomi is a mover, shaker, and baby maker - which means she enjoys a good dance party in the kitchen and is a mom to two monsters of her own creation. Tomi is from Kansas and is currently a Political Science instructor and author of the children's book, How to Make a Monster Smile.
It’s Not Teething, It’s You :: Dealing with Stranger Anxiety
I think we can all agree, teething is pretty awful. A never ending cycle of fussy days and sleepless nights while eagerly awaiting a tooth to breakthrough your baby’s swollen gums. (What's the metaphor...
A Letter to my Pre-Baby Self
Two years ago, I was fixated on all things baby, despite the fact I was not even pregnant yet. Knowing what I know now, there is so much I would like to tell myself...
Beyond the Electrical Outlet: A Guide for Household Safety
As a first time mom, I have marveled at every milestone my daughter has reached. When she first smiled at me, my heart melted. The first time she laughed, I beamed. When she rolled...
The Power of a Positive Mama
No one is going to bring me breakfast in bed. I slept for maybe three hours last night. The baby is up and the husband is headed out the door. I breathe and tell...
Small Town Spotlight :: Cheney, Kansas
This post is part of our Small Town Spotlight Series. Read more posts from this series…
Harvest, scorching heat waves, and the county fair - it’s summertime in Kansas. Cheney is home of the Sedgwick County...
Raising a Patriot
My goal is to raise a patriot. I want our daughter to have a great love for her country. I want her to understand our history and be part of its budding future. I...
Establishing {Temporary} Roots in a New Community
Six moves in eight years and we officially survived the first one with an infant. As a military family, my husband and I have established quite the habit of uprooting and resettling all over the...