Author Archives: Janae

About Janae

Hello from Colorful Colorado! My name is Janae and I live at the edge of the beautiful Rockies with my six kids and wonderful husband. We’re a busy family who loves to work together, learn together, and most of all, play together. Like a post? Please comment.

The Warm Fuzzie Jar

Posted on March 9, 2012 by Janae

In case you missed my last 2 posts, I have the Power of Words on my mind. Two weeks ago I wrote about the Power of Words and the value of teaching our kids how to give sincere compliments and … Continue reading →

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Learning to Praise

Posted on March 2, 2012 by Janae

Our blog is called “Five Real Moms” for a reason. We are real moms with real challenges and real aspirations. We have real hopes and dreams and just as real stumbling blocks and trials. Today, I hope to share a … Continue reading →

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The Power of Words

Posted on February 24, 2012 by Janae

Tonight I had an epiphany. Okay, it wasn’t anything new or original, but it is life-changing. My son left for school this morning angry. When I wouldn’t allow him to take a set of paint brushes to school (in obedience … Continue reading →

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Teaching Kids How to Swallow Pills

Posted on February 17, 2012 by Janae

Recently, we’ve been faced with a new challenge: Needing to teach our son how to swallow pills. He needed to take a medication that only came in swallowable pill form. We had less than 24 hours to help him get … Continue reading →

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Finally….My Perfect Birth

Posted on February 3, 2012 by Janae

Eleven years ago, I found out I was expecting our first child. Suddenly, I found myself planning my first birth. What did I want in my labor experience? What were my beliefs? What were my dreams? In nursing school, I … Continue reading →

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AffirmFilms: A Wholesome Movie Source

Posted on January 20, 2012 by Janae

I love wholesome, uplifting films. I love walking away from a movie feeling urged to be better, inspired by a true story and determined to better my life. Unfortunately, in today’s entourage of Hollywood films, it feels like very few … Continue reading →

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Save the Socks!

Posted on January 13, 2012 by Janae

For years now, I’ve been baffled by one single phenomenon…the case of the lost socks. Week after week I set aside a pile of socks who have sadly lost their mate in yet another tragic laundry day disaster. I don’t … Continue reading →

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Saving the Back of Trampoline Owners

Posted on January 6, 2012 by Janae

I’m hoping this will apply to those who don’t live in Denver. But, I know it’ll help out those who live nearby. Here in Denver, our winters are beautiful. We get snow, but it only lasts for a few days … Continue reading →

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Christmas Eve Traditions

Posted on December 23, 2011 by Janae

Throughout my growing up years we had a plethora of traditions for Christmas Eve. My Mom did everything she could to make it a special, memorable experience. I loved Christmas Eve, almost even more than Christmas itself. Now, as a … Continue reading →

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Teachers Gifts #2: Candy Trains

Posted on December 16, 2011 by Janae

As a kid, I loved to make candy trains for the holidays. It became a tradition in our home. This year, however, was the first year that my kids got to experience the holiday tradition. Why? Because I looked at … Continue reading →

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