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The Best Gifts
Make shopping a breeze with these gift lists for men, women, teens, and children!
Must-Read Books
The best books for all ages, including captivating audiobooks and podcasts.
Top Movies for Families
Over 100 movies that will bring everyone together for movie night.
GIFTS
The Best Gifts for College Kids and Newlyweds
The Best Gifts for College Kids and Newlyweds This was a new gift list for me, but it was a fun one to put together! The best gifts for college kids and newlyweds. The great thing about kids this age is that they are usually poor and paying for a lot of things on...
The Best Gifts for Teen Boys
The Best Gifts for Teen Boys The older boys get, the harder they seem to buy for, but have no fear, you are guaranteed to find something amazing for your growing boys on this list. From electronics to the outdoors to cool clothing you can count on, I am here to...
The Best Gifts for Teen Girls
The Best Gifts for Teen Girls Well, you guys begged for a teen girl guide, and since I don't have any experience with girls, I reached out to our fabulous community for gifts for teen girls and you guys totally came through. There is something for every type of teen...
The Best Gifts for Missionaries
The Best Gifts for Missionaries I had so many requests for the best gifts for missionaries! You all came through with so many excellent options I can't wait to share these with you. If I missed anything, let me know in the comments! A cute reminder from a missionary...
2024 Favorite Books
Favorite Books for 2024 As an avid book lover, I am thrilled to share my favorite reads with you. Whether you're a fan of fantasy, romance, mysteries, or something in between, I've got a little something for everyone. These are just a taste of the amazing books that...
DIY Christmas Gift Basket Ideas
DIY Christmas Gift Basket Ideas Sometimes bundling a few things together can take a good gift to the next level. These are some of my favorite DIY Christmas Gift Basket Ideas that I turn to time and time again. \ DIY Christmas Gift Basket Idea #1: Movies and Manners...
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Books
April Favorite Books
April Favorite Books We are a reading family and we love to share our favorites with you! Each month I try to recommend one book for elementary school readers, one book for junior high or high school readers, and two books that I have loved. I do my best to...
8 Books to Try if You Loved Ranger’s Apprentice
8 Books to Try if You Loved Ranger's Apprentice Full of fantasy, adventure, and magic, Ranger's Apprentice leaves readers young and old on the edge of their seat, wanting more. If your reader loved the series, try these other exciting books like Ranger's Apprentice...
February Favorite Books
There's nothing better than snuggling up with a good book when these winter months drag on. With more cold days on the horizon, I couldn't wait to share these book recommendations with you. Here are my ideas for elementary, middle, and high school readers. There's...
teens
Modern Manners for Today’s Teens: Be on Time
Modern Manners for Today’s Teens: Be on Time Be on time. Planning your life so you can be punctual is a critical skill. It shows good time management, responsibility and consideration for others. Keep a schedule and set reminders to help yourself get places on time....
What Do Teens Do for Fun in the Summer?
What Do Teens Do for Fun in the Summer? Let's talk about things to do in the summer with teens that are actually fun! After all, we only get a few years with them, so we might as well make the most of it! Fun Things to Do in the Summer with Teens Make a Bucket List...
Making Summer Work with Teens and Littles
Making Summer Work with Teens and Littles One of the hardest parts of summer for many of us is balancing the needs of varying ages. How can you have a fantastic summer with teens and littles? My biggest piece of advice is to start with honesty. It is a tricky stage so...
Get Your Freebie
75 WOULD YOU RATHER QUESTIONS
Looking for an easy way to connect with your teen? These “Would You Rather” questions will help you break the ice quickly and get you laughing and chatting in no time!
parenting
Making Summer Work with Teens and Littles
Making Summer Work with Teens and Littles One of the hardest parts of summer for many of us is balancing the needs of varying ages. How can you have a fantastic summer with teens and littles? My biggest piece of advice is to start with honesty. It is a tricky stage so...
The Best Summer Jobs for Teens and Other Ways to Earn Money
The Best Summer Jobs for Teens and Other Ways to Earn Money Summer is such a great time to teach teens about work, and adding a summer job to a teen's schedule is one of the best ways to keep them engaged in life and progressing. It cuts out the hours they might have...
Summer with Teens: Tackling Technology
Summer With Teens: Tackling Technology Today for summer with teens, we are tackling technology. I think most of us wish we were parents in the 80s so we could have 5 channels and rent videos. It would make summer a lot simpler. But this is our reality. So, having a...
practical tips
40 Games to Play on Long Car Rides with Teens and Tweens
40 Games to Play on Long Car Rides with Teens and Tweens Road trips with teens and tweens can sometimes feel like a rodeo. Preparing a few games to play on long car rides can make all the difference. Road Trippin’ Road trippin’ is one of our favorite games to play on...
Modern Manners for Today’s Teens: Decline Kindly
Modern Manners for Today’s Teens: Decline Kindly Saying “no” to an invitation is often uncomfortable, even for adults, but being upfront and honest is so much kinder than just ignoring or avoiding someone. This can be such a hard thing for all of us but learning how...
Laundry Hacks: How I Get My Whites to Stay White
I would never claim to be a stellar housekeeper. I do all right, but I find very little joy in cleaning, organizing, or doing laundry. So, when I find a tip that changes the game and makes my life easier I jump on it and share it. How I Get My Whites to Stay White and...
Hello! I'm Brooke Romney!
I help moms of teens and tweens create meaningful, healthy, and enjoyable relationships with their children through practical application, education, and community. This creates families that feel confident and connected.
relationships
A Love Letter from Yesterday’s Moms to the Mothers of Today
Dear Mothers of Today, Let us start by saying we are in awe of you. Being a mother now seems so much more difficult than it was when we were mothers. We didn’t have the technology to monitor or social media to worry about, neighborhoods and parks were safe places to...
Modern Manners for Today’s Teens: Treat Your Friends’ Younger Siblings with Kindness
Modern Manners for Today’s Teens: Treat Your Friends’ Younger Siblings with Kindness As you begin to cultivate great friendships you might be invited over to someone else's house. When you are in someone else’s home, you are a guest! If you want to be welcomed back,...
Modern Manners for Today’s Teens: Be a Good Passenger
Modern Manners for Today's Teens: Be a Good Passenger Being a teenager means you are going to need lots of rides. Be a good passenger! Make sure to show gratitude to those who are willing to go out of their way to get you where you need to be. By doing this, you make...
printables
12 Questions Your Teen Can ask to Self Evaluate School Effort
Grades and school effort can get a little tricky as kids move into the teen years. It can be even harder when different kids have different strengths and school comes more easily to some than others. But these questions aren't about grades but about effort and taking...
What Your Perfectionist Kid Needs To Hear
There are so many pressures during the teenage years, and it is so easy for our kids to feel discouraged. Having parents who let them know that it is okay to not be perfect is essential to help them feel loved and free to be the person they were meant to be. I wanted...
Free Valentine Printable: A Love Note to Your Teen
Free Valentine Printable: A Love Note to Your Teen When it comes to holiday traditions with teens, I like to keep things simple but meaningful. This free Valentine printable has been such a fun and easy addition for my family. I like to include a favorite treat and a...
Brooke's Writing
I like me anyway
I Like Me Anyway: Embracing Imperfection, Connection, and Christ is a must read for any woman who has ever felt uncertain of her own worth, path or importance. This engaging, relatable book will fill you with confidence and purpose in your own unique story and give you the motivation and tools to become the woman you were always meant to be.
52 modern manners for teens
I created the book I always wanted for my own teens! They needed something clear, concise and tangible that could teach them how to have more confidence and how to create successful relationships. This book has blessed over 60,000 homes and is a must for every family’s library! Be sure to check out both volume 1 and volume 2.
holidays
The Best Gifts for Teen Boys
The Best Gifts for Teen Boys The older boys get, the harder they seem to buy for, but have no fear, you are guaranteed to find something amazing for your growing boys on this list. From electronics to the outdoors to cool clothing you can count on, I am here to...
The Best Gifts for Teen Girls
The Best Gifts for Teen Girls Well, you guys begged for a teen girl guide, and since I don't have any experience with girls, I reached out to our fabulous community for gifts for teen girls and you guys totally came through. There is something for every type of teen...
A New Christmas Playlist Even Teenagers Will Like
A Christmas Playlist Even Teenagers Like There are moments in parenting when you wonder how a certain child ever came from your DNA. One of mine happened when my son, at 7 years old, announced, “I HATE CHRISTMAS MUSIC. CHANGE THE STATION!” He was dead serious. I LOVE...
lifestyle
The Best Family Movies of All Time
The Best Family Movies of All Time We love a good family movie night, and for the last few years, I've been keeping track of all the titles that have kept our family engaged together and share them with you! These are seriously, the best family movies of all time! I...
Modern Manners for Today’s Teens: Pitch In
Modern Manner's for Today's Teens: Pitch In This is important in your own home and in the homes of others. If you are eating with another family, you can ask to help set the table or cut a vegetable. Ask the host how you can pitch in. Always clear your dishes and load...
How To Clean White Baseball Pants
How To Clean White Baseball Pants In my perfect world, baseball pants would only be sold in 3 colors...black, dark grey, and navy blue. However, someone who obviously is not in charge of laundry decided long ago that the ideal color for a uniform whose main purpose is...
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Brooke facillitates change and gets you unstuck by focusing on connection. She teaches you how to have both boundries and relationships with your kids in a really practical and doable way. She believes in grace on all sides and knows that every parent is capable of creating an imperfect relationship they are really proud of.
COLLABORATE WITH BROOKE
Brooke loves to collaborate with individuals and brands she believes will enrich the lives of the people who trust her. She is highly selective when it comes to collaborations, but if values align, she is always open to the possibility of a great partnership.
Empowering a community of women and teens to have courage, connect often, and celebrate how far they've come.