We don’t get to see my husband’s parents often, but every time we do, I marvel at how loving and…
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How Could a Mom Regret Having Children?
A friend of mine recently sent me a link to an article that I’m having a hard time wrapping my…
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That Time I Had a Baby at 45
Our family has a lot to celebrate this week: Yesterday was my youngest daughter’s birthday. Today is my birthday. Tomorrow…
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To the Mother whose Child is Leaving Home
You knew it was coming. From the first moment you held that tiny baby in your arms, you knew the…
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Helping Siblings become Friends
One of the first things people usually notice about our children is how well they get along. Sure, they have…
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Fathers Matter (Every Day of the Year)
Last Sunday was Father’s Day — a day for celebrating the parent that goes largely unnoticed and under-appreciated the rest…
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Making Big Investments in Little Things
President Obama created quite a stir last week with his comments regarding Moms who leave the workplace to stay home…
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My Favorite Marriage and Family Blogs
Living “happily ever after” takes work. These marriage and family bloggers serve up regular doses of wisdom and encouragement to help you along the way.
10 Things Your Teenager Hates
There’s no doubt about it. Navigating life with a teenager at home can be a little tricky. All those hormones…
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Letter to a Weary Mom
Do you hang on to old letters, so you can read them again and again? I do. Especially now that…
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Which Shall It Be?
A friend of mine (and fellow mother of many) recently sent me a copy of the following poem. It conveys…
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Lost & Found
It was a stupid thing to do. That much is obvious. Normally, I would have spent recess swinging or sliding…
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