Ive had a major marker of maturity for myself in the last few years. I often refer to it amongst friends as “taking the L”. Translation: taking the loss. Not doing things my way. Choosing to let things go without…
Read moreSeptember is here, which means for many of us, the onslaught of school, homework, practice, games and performances are upon us. My husband very rarely weighs in on this whole blog thing I’ve got going. However, the other night…
Read moreIf the men in your life are anything like the men in my life- they are extremely difficult to buy gifts for. If my husband wants something, he usually doesn’t say a word and goes out and gets it. (Ummm,…
Read moreWhen you start toying with the idea of being a stay at home mom, everyone warns you about the never-ending laundry, the housework, the constant snacks and how your husband inevitably assumes you will take over all the responsibility…
Read morePodcast HERE When you become a mother so much of your life is focused on other people. For most of us women, we immerse ourselves in the needs of those around us- physical, mental and emotional. Are the kids growing…
Read moreI have to admit, there is something rather daunting about raising boys into men. Sure, raising girls has its own unique challenges, but raising men, to me that has always felt heavy. Almost more so now as I’m middle-aged and…
Read moreA few months back I had a conversation with one of my littles about bio moms, adoptive moms, stepmoms and raising other people’s kids. If I’m honest, it’s a talk I’ve been dreading. What would I say at the hard…
Read moreWho doesn’t love hearing that their children are polite or well mannered? I sure do! And, full disclaimer, this is something we have worked actively on with each child. I’ve always put extra emphasis on this area with my…
Read moreFebruary 14th is upon us once again. All the men, and some of us women that think like men, all let out a groan. Why must “they” force us to put on some silly display of false romance once a…
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I got my Bachelors Degree in Child Development and worked with kids for many years prior to having my own. I never imagined I would have a family of SEVEN, but here I am and LOVING every minute of it. I love helping people live their best life, raise good people and have FUN while doing it!
My life is the unmistakable byproduct of God’s amazing love and grace. Despite my every effort to screw up my life, He protected me, molded me and taught me along the way.
