Thank you to my friend Kristi, mother of THREE boys (bless her heart!), for sharing her first birth story. The other two are on their way! __________________________________________________________________________ Did you ever hear a woman say “he was two weeks late?” and feel bad for her?? Do you ... » Learn More about Birth Story: Logan
Family Stuff
Parenting, marriage, faith, and funny (with a few rants thrown in for good measure).
The Things She Carried
In the wake of any relationship's conclusion, via break-up or death, we carry pieces of that person with us long after their face fades from sight. Without warning, we are transported back into time. Bette Midler's "The Rose" triggers memories of my Grandmother's funeral. One whiff of Calvin Klein's ... » Learn More about The Things She Carried
Birth Story: Andrew
Rebecca's story is inspiring on so many levels: she stayed calm when others would have panicked; she rolled with the punches when she had to deliver her first baby early; and she remained grateful and faithful through it all. Her little guy didn't come into the world how or when she expected, but, ... » Learn More about Birth Story: Andrew
Love
Love. If you're a parent, you have to subscribe to Honest Toddler. This kiddo (and perhaps her Mom?) tells it like it is. If you've recently given birth, may I suggest reading this whilst on the toilet, as you will laugh until you leak. You've been warned... ... » Learn More about Love
Karma Chameleon
The minute I hit "publish" on my last post, which was admittedly seething with Debbie Downerisms, I was bothered by it. I'm not really a negative person (PROOF: this sign hangs in our foyer!): and I am ashamed that I allowed a small group of people and incidents to have such an impact on me. ... » Learn More about Karma Chameleon