Tag: motherhood
Single Mom Life – I Chose to Have Her
When I had my second daughter, I knew I would be taking care of her on my own. I would be a single mom....
Our Teens Need Us
Isn’t it funny how society has portrayed teens?
In movies and books, teens are often seen as aggressive, obnoxious, and downright hard to deal with,...
How Gratitude Journaling Changed My Perspective (and My Mood)
For longer than I’d like to admit, I was in a funk. I was constantly complaining about the kids, the laundry, the driving, the...
When You are No Longer My “Only”
Mommy is going to have another baby! You are going to have a sibling! This time is so exciting for your father and me,...
Kind is the New Cool – An Inclusive Motherhood Tribe
I recently read and was very moved by this quote by Tara Mackey, “If speaking kindly to plants helps them grow, imagine what speaking...
SAME
SAME. This short, tiny word is probably the most comforting to hear at certain times in our lives, especially when going through difficult moments....
I’m a Teacher and My Son Hates School
During my childhood, school was a safe haven. It was easy, and I knew exactly what to do to succeed. No surprise then that...
Hold On
Do you ever feel as if the world is spinning around you and you can’t quite grasp the wheel long enough to hold on?...
Nature vs. Nurture
After the birth of my second daughter, I have often wondered about nature vs. nurture in how she behaves and how her personality has...
Life’s Pleasant Surprises: Meet Juliana
I'm the person who, when she sees a coin on the sidewalk, picks it up. It's a habit from my grandfather, who always collected...










