Parenting

What beckons you? I almost never stop to think about my soul, about what nourishes ME and keeps me going. Is it sitting by yourself at a coffee shop? Or is it walking through a field of wildflowers by yourself?...

As we say hello to 2019, let's take a look back on our favorites over the past year. I'm so interested to see which posts resonate the most with everyone. Plus, it's always nice to be reminded of a...

“Mom guilt” is especially rampant this time of year. Are my kids eating too much junk? Am I buying them too many toys? Will I be able to squeeze in enough family time? One thing we don’t need to...

As we take steps further and further into parenting a child with extra needs, we are quickly learning to embrace the unexpected. Because, honestly, no matter how much you plan (and trust me if it is possible to be...

While the holiday season can mean joy and celebrations, traditions and memory making, sometimes it can represent something entirely different. Sometimes it brings forth pain, sorrow, depression, despair, and hurt. If this holiday season is a tough one for you, I...

Holiday parties and dinners are upon us. I love to entertain and have picked up quite a few tips for hosting guests along the way. Whether this is your first time or you’re a seasoned pro, I’m sure there’s...

Hi, it's me, your resident Grinch for the holiday season, reporting for duty.  I actually love the holidays; I love decorating the house, baking Christmas cookies, looking at lights, singing Christmas music, and buying gifts for everyone I love. And...

I think a lot (maybe even obsess) about my children as they grow older. Maybe it's because I see it happening at such a rapid pace. My boys are 11, six, and three, so clearly we are out of...