Dear Passenger Seat, As car passenger seats go, you’ve been alongside me for a long time. Like a faithful friend, you have carried my precious two beings and even the family dog. You’ve been a holder to backpacks, Chick-fil-A paper bags, and sneakers that get routinely dropped before getting in. ... Read More about Dear Passenger Seat, Thank You for Being Along for the Journey
Be the Dew, Mom
We're all a little thirsty these days. Thirsty for: Time with loved ones. Company. A strong marriage. For our kids to thrive in their education. Guidance. Workouts. Protection over health. There are many dry spaces in our lives that might be getting sun, but not enough ... Read More about Be the Dew, Mom
Lessons on Overcoming Hardship from Pete the Cat
My daughter brought home a book entitled Pete, the Cat: I Love My White Shoes, by Eric Litwin. I consider myself to be fairly knowledgeable with most of the picture books out there, but this one I had missed and am grateful that my daughter didn’t. The story begins with the main character Pete, a ... Read More about Lessons on Overcoming Hardship from Pete the Cat
Carry Your Children While You Can
You hold her a lot. You pick her up so much. Carrying my baby brought on a lot of commentary when I was a new mom. “Up,” my daughter would signal upon arriving at a park, preschool or playdate. She was “spirited,” as author Mary Kurcinka described: extra sensitive, perceptive, uncomfortable ... Read More about Carry Your Children While You Can
Dear stay-at-home mom, you have something contagious to pass on
Dear Stay-at-Home Mom, You’ve been doing at-home with your kids long before this “forced rest,” haven’t you? You’ve been at home since making the choice, only to wake up to be at home again. Your days might might feel like Groundhog Day, with less (or more) frustration than that of grouchy, TV ... Read More about Dear stay-at-home mom, you have something contagious to pass on
