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Taking a Summer Vacation From the Digital World
For the last four years, my mother, son, and I have taken a vacation in Vacationland - also known as my home state of...
Keeping Your Child’s Sleep on Track During Summertime
Summertime. Long days, the sprinkler, ice cream, BBQs, and endless hours outside with the kids. So when you think of summertime, I would say...
Putting Off the Dentist? You’re Not Alone
If you’ve been putting off a dental appointment, you’re not alone.
Whether it’s been six months, six years, or even longer, many adults and children...
Celebrating Pride in a Traditional Family
Pride is a somewhat loaded celebration for me. First of all, I’m married to a man and enjoy a lot of privilege that goes...
Sex and the Single Mom: So, What Happened with Your Son’s Dad?
I’ve told the story so many times that I’ve rehearsed the pauses. I know when to wait for my date to laugh and then...
8 Ways Journaling Helps Children (and Parents)
We all need to express our thoughts and feelings, work out problems, and note special moments in life. And journaling is the way to...
Living in Our Truth: A Letter to Mothers Everywhere
As mothers, we do so much. We juggle endless responsibilities and somehow manage to be everything to everyone. We are motivators, schedulers, nurses, chefs,...
Are We Living or Are We Waiting?
There was a moment when life stopped.
Not slowly. Not gently. Not with a warning.
One phone call, one conversation, one impossible piece of news —...
Divorce: How I Deal With Tough Questions From the Kids
I give single parents the ultimate respect. It is the hardest job I've ever had, and one that, unless you're in it, you can't...
Reimagining Date Night
Relationships are always tested during hard seasons. Whether the pressure comes from finances, parenting, work, aging parents, or simply the nonstop pace of life,...