Tasheena Ticer
Tasheena is a California native who moved to Columbia in 2018. She married her college sweetheart in 2013 and they’re raising two strong-minded daughters, ages seven and five. Tasheena has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education with a minor degree in Child and Family Science. After working as a kindergarten teacher, she transitioned to life as a stay-at-home mom when her second daughter was born. When she isn’t compulsively decluttering and obsessively meal planning, Tasheena enjoys yoga, reading, living room dance parties, and creating content about motherhood on her blog, TheCinnamonMom.com. She is passionate about helping moms spend meaningful time with family, raise empathetic children, and live more mindfully.
5 Yummy Ways to Celebrate National Peanut Butter Day
National Peanut Butter Day is January 24, and I can honestly say that I’m looking forward to celebrating with my family! Whether you’re Team Creamy or Team Crunchy, there’s no denying the versatility and...
Holiday Mini Peanut Butter Bites
It’s hard to think about the holidays without dreaming about sweet treats! An easy treat that my family loves to make this time of year is holiday peanut butter bites. They taste exactly like...
Holiday Gift Guide for Preschoolers
Are you ready for the holidays? The last month has been a steady bombardment of toy catalogs and festive TV commercials, so I don't exactly feel like I have a choice. My kids are...
8 Ways for Your Family to Practice Gratitude All Year Long
One of my parenting goals is to raise grateful children. My daughters are fortunate to know many special people and be blessed with privileges, gifts, and abilities. My hope is that they come to...
I’m a Mom AND a Substitute Teacher!
Several years ago, I was a kindergarten teacher. I spent my days imparting knowledge to 30 developing minds, practicing social skills and self-regulation, and instilling a love for learning. My free time was centered...
Columbia Mom FAVORITES :: 5 Fall Related Things I’m Loving
I opened the front door this morning and did a happy dance as a crisp, gentle breeze brushed past my cheek. After a sweltering summer, there is nothing quite like the feeling of fall...
5 Witty Novels About Mom Life That Will Make You Laugh Out Loud
Whether I’m sitting in the school car line, waiting while my kids are in dance class, or winding down at bedtime, I love a good read. With all of the chaos of my real...
How to Set Up a Minimalist Command Center
If you’ve never created a command center in your home, it’s an excellent tool to get your whole family organized. It’s a centralized location where you get to share current events, communicate goals, and...
5 Quick Ways to Make Kids’ Lunches More Fun and Exciting
Call me weird, but one of my favorite mom duties is packing my kids’ lunches for school. There’s something about putting a little extra love into their meal and knowing they’ll have a midday...
Day in the Life of a Stay-at-Home Mom During Summer Break
For me, being at home with my two kids for the entire summer is both tiring and fun. While it can be draining to provide constant care and entertainment for their active minds and...
I Got My 6-Year-Old’s Ears Pierced at a Piercing Studio
When my kids were born, I always planned to wait until they were old enough to ask me to have their ears pierced. As cute as babies look with their sparkling ears, I wanted...
How I’ve Gotten Over $600 Worth of Free Stuff Through the Buy Nothing Project
“One man’s trash is another man’s treasure” has never rung truer than with the Buy Nothing Project. This worldwide organization has gained popularity in recent years for providing an online platform for people to...
Celebrating Earth Day :: 7 Reusable Swaps for Your Family to Try
Earth Day is April 22, meaning it's the perfect time to reevaluate how you're contributing to a healthier, happier planet! And there are some easy swaps you can do to celebrate!
One way my family...
Visit the New and Improved Aquarium and Reptile Conservation Center at the Riverbanks Zoo
One of my family’s absolute favorite places in Columbia is the Riverbanks Zoo! There’s so much to see and do! We’ve been members since moving here and we appreciate that they’re always working hard...