The Mom of Fall
It is finally fall. We are past the whole “back-to-school” crazy but haven’t quite hit the “holiday” crazy. This is my favorite time of year.…
Navigating the leave and cleave process of our adult children marrying
Definition of position; “a place where something or someone has been put, a particular way in which someone or something is arranged.” (Oxford)…
To the lonely stay-at-home mom: 6 ways to cope with social isolation
Learning to cope with social isolation as a stay-at-home mom can create a heart of gratitude rather than despair. Some people are energized by…
Sibling Rivalry: How to to survive daily conflict
Without notice, a shrieking cry from upstairs fills the house. I brace myself against the kitchen counter waiting to see if the issue will sort…
Three tips for managing family conflict as a solo parent
“I’m not Judge Judy!” I exclaim to my kids, and they all roll their eyes. They know I don’t like negotiating their arguments. Since becoming a solo…
What weary moms need most
Motherhood is a gift, we know, but it is also one of the most challenging jobs we have ever worked. Yes, our kids are God-given joys. They make us…
What we really want for Mother’s Day: More peace!
The news hit me like a ton of bricks, knocking the wind out of me. I was afraid to breathe and afraid to blink, knowing the tears would start…
Guiding my girls as a solo mom
“He won’t walk them down the aisle,” I lamented, a lump lodging in my throat as I watched my girls walk down the street together hand in hand. As…
When your child has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder
The church was packed. The music was loud. Lily clasped her hands over her ears and started to shake. Her father gave her a pair of earphones and…
