Tag: parenting

The Day My Daughter Called Her Teacher Mom :: An Adoptive...

I quickly walked up the steps at the church where our daughter attended her first day of preschool. I knew deep inside that she had...

Five TV Dads That We Love!

"A good father is one of the most unsung, unpraised, unnoticed, and yet one of the most valuable assets in our society." —Billy Graham   Dads...

Dads are Different — and That’s Okay!

I certainly don’t claim to be an expert on parenting. But this I do know for certain: moms and dads are vastly different.  Naturally,...

Creating One-on-One Time with Kids

I don’t think anyone can argue that motherhood isn’t busy. We mommas take care of our kiddos all day long in some form or...

I See You Adoptive Momma

As an adoptive momma, I’ve experienced (whether good or bad) the looks, the questions, and the self-doubt that happens from going out in public as...

Mommy’s Injured — Now What?

My two toddler boys (who are three and two) thrive on routine. From school drop offs to nighttime rituals, we try to keep things...

Do You Have A Mom Mentor? 

You’ve heard it takes a village, right? Well, it may not take a very big village. But we all need help from time to...

When Life Doesn’t Go As Planned :: Making Lemonade from Lemons

Every year, my husband and I have the privilege of taking a trip through his work. The destination changes, but the outcome? Always the same...

My Life-Changing Mom Hacks

You don’t need to look very hard to find a gazillion mom hacks to make life “easier” for you. Pinterest. Mommy blogs. Facebook. And...

Date Night :: Mixing Up The Dating Duties With Your Spouse

It’s no secret that my husband and I are vastly different human beings. So, of course, we have different styles when it comes to planning...