Tag: parenting
A Lesson in Humility :: Saying “I’m Sorry” to My Kids
I'm sure it's cliche at this point but it's true: being a mom, we wear many hats. Not only are we moms, but we...
It Is What It Is
It is what it is.
I've always hated that phrase.
In the last couple of years, I’ve spent a lot of time in therapy and learned...
Mom Confession :: I am Terrible at Commitment
Before I became a parent, I was what one might call a joiner, to borrow a term I first heard on Dirty Dancing.
Commitment came easily...
When Attachment Parenting Becomes Peaceful Parenting
You may have heard of Attachment Parenting. It made a big splash a few years ago, notably on a Time magazine cover "Are You...
5 Important Lessons I Learned From My Dad
My first memory is of being about three years old, and I am sitting in the driver's seat of my dad's boat. I can...
It’s okay…two Small Words I Wish Someone Had Told Me Before...
Our sweet little girl, Novena Joy, just turned one year old.
We went to Texas for her birthday because her Lola (grandmother) wanted to...
Falling in Love With the Newborn Phase
Let's face it, having a newborn is TOUGH! Not only is it physically demanding, but it's an emotional rollercoaster as well. The lack of...
Back to the Basics: Building a Firm Family Foundation
As we find ourselves entering another new year, I’ve been thinking a lot about how we will navigate things as a family.
My girls got...
7 Inspirational Books for Moms to Read in 2024
One of my goals this time last year was to read 24 books. So I would basically read two books each month. Not only...
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,...
Bird-Nesting: A Separation and Divorce Co-Parenting Option
Like so many other couples in their late 30's and early 40's, my kids' dad and I have decided that our romantic relationship is...
A Holiday Survival Guide for the Special Needs Mom
I’ve just recently come to accept that holidays look a little different for our family. I think in years past I tried really hard...
The Importance of Letting Your Kids Fail
I know - the title already sounds harsh, and you may be tempted to not ready any further. Please do.
I spend a lot of...
Feeling Like Loose Change
I feel like loose change. Middle-aged loose change. It’s not great. It’s a really weird time in my life right now. I’m kind of...