Tag: family
How Not to Break the Bank When Guests Come to Town
Since relocating to Nashville, we have had a steady stream of out-of-town visitors. We are kind of like a free BNB without enough beds...
From One Mother to Another — When You Want to Be...
Mother, I see you. You are lying in bed while your little ones are up at 6 am.
You try to talk yourself into moving,...
Crafting An Easy and Special Valentines Memory Banner
I love Valentines Day…the notes, chocolate, flowers, cards, decoration, goodies…all. of. it. So four years ago, when I decided that my fireplace mantle needed...
Memories + Productivity —You Really CAN Have It All This Holiday...
I love the Christmas season. I love all the memories I’ve made during this special time of year, and it motivates me to do...
Adoption — Open Minds, Open Hearts, and Open Questions
The first week of November holds the anniversary of adoption for both my children. November is also National Adoption Month. I talk about adoption year...
Creating Holiday Boundaries
Do the words "boundaries" and "holidays" make your cringe? Because, in your head, they equal confrontations and hurt feelings? Yeah. Me too. Holidays are...
One Family, Two Beliefs
In a perfect world, we would all marry someone who is the perfect complement to ourselves—and our family—in every way. In reality, we are...
Why Bath Time is Overrated — Kids Need Dirt in Their...
This morning I was brushing my daughters hair and caught a whiff of campfire. I buried my nostrils in her brown tresses, and sure...
How I Learned the Power of the Word “No”
Last week, I was once again sitting in traffic on my way to drop my daughter off at preschool. My blood was boiling with...
In Honor of the Long-Distance Grandparent on Grandparents Day
Dear Long-Distance Grandparent,
I see that look in your eyes when you say goodbye to your grandkids on Skype. Maybe they kiss the screen or...