Lessons From a Middle School Mom
My oldest recently finished her first year of middle school. It was quite a learning experience – perhaps more for me than for her. There were highs and lows, unexpected surprises and unwelcome obstacles. My husband and I talked about…
Yes, I’m That Mom.
I let my son wear his turtle shell the other day. In public. Yes, I admit it. I’m that mom. The one who lets her daughter out of the house with a boot on one foot and a sandal on…
To My Momma Friends – Give Yourself Some Grace
To My Momma Friends, I have something to say, from one Momma to another. Give yourself some grace. In this world of comparison and endless expert opinions at our fingertips, we can be our own worst critics, can’t we? Why…
The Day My Husband Put Me in Time Out
The well of patience had run dry a few hours before, my head was aching like the toddler had hit it with his plastic bat (which he had), and I had just watched the eight-year-old use glitter on the dining…
A Letter to Jesus from a Tired Momma
Dear Jesus, Remember those days before my kids came along when we could spend hours together without interruption? I could study your Word, write in my prayer journal, and dig deep into my faith, learning more and more about you…
To My Child’s Teacher
Thank you for doing what you do and for being who you are. Thank you for giving and giving and giving. Thank you for your encouragement and compassion, your correction and your grace.
The Multiple Personalities of a Mom of Many Kids
I am finding myself in an interesting place these days. A place where the days can sometimes pass by at a snail’s pace, where time moves so slowly I feel like I’m watching the clock just waiting for bedtime. At…
Viral Invasion
My middle daughter was diagnosed with the flu earlier this week. For those of you lucky enough to have never had it, the flu is awful. It’s highly contagious, if you don’t catch it in time there’s not much you…
