15 Things I’ve Learned About Children Since Having My Own
I didn’t spend a lot of time around children while I was growing up. I only babysat maybe…
Let Your Kids Get Hurt
There have been many defining moments in my motherhood journey so far, but one stands out in particular…
Dear Machine Moms
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Dear Machine Moms (and Dads), I’m talking to the helicopters, lawn mowers, landscapers, airplanes, ambulances, and all the…
How my Husband is Teaching our Son to be a Man
Each year as various holidays roll around, my husband, Michael, has this thing he says: “Every day is…
Ages + Stages | Emotions | Mom
It’s Not My Season
Parenthood brings forth a lot of growth and self-awareness. Actually, parenthood can make you feel nothing like yourself,…
Ages + Stages | Emotions | Mom
Lessons My Children Have Taught Me
When we bring children into this world, our job is to teach, nurture, guide and love them. I’ve…
Ages + Stages | Emotions | Mom
What I Learned About Parenting From Pat Summitt
We lost a legend today. Pat Summitt, former University of Tennessee Women’s Basketball head coach, died at the…
Ages + Stages | Emotions | Mom
Sticking to Love :: Raising a Child in a Hateful World
“Mama, why (are) you sad? Are you crying?” It’s a scene that has happened all too often in…
Ages + Stages | Emotions | Humor | Mom | Relationships
Lessons From Mom
There’s a lot in my mom’s life that I have questioned, naturally. From major life choices to basic…
Lessons Learned One Year In
My daughter, Ruthie, just turned one at the beginning of January. One. How has a whole year gone…