Tag: growing up

This is what I know now: sixty is not for the faint of heart. I didn’t ease into it. I arrived here after years of...

Laundry, so often a dreaded word in a bustling house full of four teenage girls. I am truly amazed at how much laundry, in...

Traditions connect people and create a sense of belonging through shared experiences. Whether we are talking about cultural or religious traditions, such as large-scale...

When I first became a mom, I thought parenting was mostly about teaching. You know, teaching your child to eat vegetables, say thank you,...

One of the most beloved and frequently read children’s books in my home was “No, David!” by David Shannon. No, David, you cannot write...

It was the first week of kindergarten, and in my child's folder, there was a single page that to many would seem innocuous. Looking eyes....

My husband and I just celebrated our 16th wedding anniversary. My pre-coffee brain actually thought it was 14, but my cousin corrected my Facebook...

Walk down any school hallway and you’ll hear the word “popular” being whispered like it’s a prize to be won. The “popular table” in...

There’s a lot of talk out there about setting kids up for success. There are numerous medals and accolades awarded for simply showing up....

I wish I could be more like my daughter. She is confident and kind. Always inclusive, and never has a mean thing to say...