Christi Terjesen, Author at Her View From Home

Journal, Motherhood
November 22, 2017
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By Christi Terjesen

Encouragement For the Stay-at-Home Mom

Hey, stay-at-home mom. Did anyone tell you today that you are critical, that your work is terrifically important, and that…

Humor, Journal, Kids
November 19, 2017
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3 Minute Read

By Christi Terjesen

Thank You, Dirty Diapers

It’s November and the season to give thanks. I'm a mom and I'm thankful for so many things, even what…

Journal, Kids
October 14, 2017
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4 Minute Read

By Christi Terjesen

Should I Have Another Child?

Is that my girl's seat? I have three boys under seven years old. We are a family of five and…

‘I Lost My Underwear’ And Other Things Little Kids Say

Humor, Kids
September 23, 2017
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6 Minute Read

By Christi Terjesen

‘I Lost My Underwear’ And Other Things Little Kids Say

Our kids can be our best entertainment. The things they say make us laugh, make us cry, and sometimes highlight…

Humor, Kids
September 9, 2017
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3 Minute Read

By Christi Terjesen

Threenagers are like Evil Wizards

Threenagers are the perfect term for the post terrible-twos child. There's the attitude and the insistence of independence without any…

Inspiration
September 1, 2017
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4 Minute Read

By Christi Terjesen

Life’s Not Perfect, Have Fun Anyway

How I broke my foot isn't a good story so I joke that "Ed Sheeran tripped me." Sometimes I say,…

Humor, Relationships
August 15, 2017
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3 Minute Read

By Christi Terjesen

Babies are Like Husbands

Babies are like husbands. Husbands are like babies. I can feel you pulling away, but give it a chance. I'll…

Kids
August 13, 2017
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5 Minute Read

By Christi Terjesen

I Don’t Have a “Bad” Kid Anymore

Our children are the jewels of our families. They are gorgeous and precious. They are worth protecting, physically and emotionally.…

Proven Sanity Saver Tips From Parents of 3+ Kids

Motherhood
August 2, 2017
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9 Minute Read

By Christi Terjesen

Proven Sanity Saver Tips From Parents of 3+ Kids

Raising 3+ children is the heavyweight category of parenting. These parents are pros because they have to be. They're outnumbered.…

Motherhood
July 18, 2017
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6 Minute Read

By Christi Terjesen

5 Naked Truths From a Working Mom

To work or not to work after baby? Some moms have no choice because of finances. Lucky moms can make…

How to Enjoy the Housework (Yes, Really)

Health, Healthy Living
July 15, 2017
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4 Minute Read

By Christi Terjesen

How to Enjoy the Housework (Yes, Really)

Housekeeping chores are unexciting because they're expected. There's no medal for a clean sink without dishes. In fact, it's a…

Health, Motherhood
June 24, 2017
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3 Minute Read

By Christi Terjesen

Moms Can’t Get Sick!

It always comes on suddenly. It is early morning and I'm just waking up in bed. I open one eye…