Tag: parenting
Worst Case Scenario:: The Subtle Art of Not Caring What People...
As moms, we often fret about what other people think. And it's always a worst-case scenario.
What they think of how we are speaking to...
Thank you Mom: Making A Phone Call Home for Genuine Appreciation
I called my mother today. It was urgent. Dire. I needed to tell her something so important, it couldn’t wait.
“Thank you, mom.”
I’m 37. It’s...
What Your Teens Aren’t Telling You
I’ve taught teens for years, but now that I’m raising one, I feel like I’m in unfamiliar territory. I’m making rookie mistakes, worrying...
Seeing People in Need: one way kids can make a difference
It’s November. Thankfulness is at the forefront of our minds, and rightfully so. We use this month to remind our kids more than...
Preparing for your College Kid’s Return Home for Holiday Break
When your child comes home from college for the first long break, it's going to be a bit weird. It will, no doubt, be...
Unexpected and Uncommon Gifts: Take the Challenge to Write
Timeless Treasure
My husband and I have known each other for nine years. Roughly two months after we met, I knew he was the man...
National Siblings Day: A Letter to My Children to Enjoy Their...
Dear Aidan & Neely,
It’s National Siblings Day today, and my wish for you both is that you can push pause on the constant acrimony...
Ground Rules for Pranks For Kids (And Pranking Your Kids)
Pranking within a family is fun.
It's a lighthearted way to connect and express creativity. Anyone who has followed us on social media has seen our...
Dear Mama, Your Resolutions Don’t Dictate Your Value
Hey mama,
I see you over there with your new 2019 planner and a list of resolutions a mile long. I’m right there with...
Snowball Fight to Life Lesson
It was the first snowfall. Fat, wet flakes pouring from the sky and accumulating quickly. The kind that after three inches can be rolled...
