As a new mom, I had dreams of feeding my children only the healthiest, most nutritious foods.  I imagined that they would grow up with a palate that didn’t crave junk, but only wanted the best for their growing bodies. Looking back I almost laugh out loud at that thought, as my children often beg […]

It was the end of Hubs’ long work weekend and I had the kids to myself for three whole days.  I know, so many of you deal with MUCH worse and the thought of a long weekend shouldn’t make me want to breathe into a paper bag. But throw in a case of Autism Spectrum […]

Whether you realize it or not, there is a competition for your family.  The world is trying to drive a wedge into the family unit and cause strife among members. Activities, media, technology, social calendars, and just plain busyness threaten to disintegrate the family unit and immobilize its strength. Do you ever feel as though […]

I jokingly say I have the sickest kids in America, but sometimes I feel as though it’s true.  This summer our sickness peaked with a round of never ending-pinkeye, reoccurring strep, mixed in with a mild stomach bug. In July we spent $300 on insurance co-pays {our co-pay is only $25!!!} and I was desperate […]

Dear Super Mom, The house was quiet with the hushed sounds of sleep machines and the muted volume of HGTV.  My kids were finally asleep and honestly, I could have done a little dance knowing my mom duties were done for the day. Yet I felt the urge to make some adorable and delicious treats […]

There we were in the aisles of Babies R Us, with our eyes glazed and palms sweaty, not sure at all whether to purchase baby supplies outright or register for them.  We only had three weeks to turn an empty room into a nursery fit for the princess we were adopting and had no idea […]

When we started on our adoption journey, I had no idea what to expect and had a ton of questions, with no one to answer.  At that time, the only adoption I was somewhat familiar with was through an agency, and the whole term ‘private adoption’ intimidated me a great deal.

  Oh, Motherhood, how I had grand plans for you!  I just KNEW I had you all figured out and would be a mother for the history books once I was finally blessed with children.  I had it all planned. I would lovingly discipline my children and we would spend long hours learning and laughing […]

  These past two weeks I’ve shared a glimpse of my teacher’s heart as I diligently prepared to kick off the new school year. Hop on over to view 30 Days of Prayer for the New School Year, 20 Strategies for a Successful School Year and Building a Bond with Your Child’s Teacher. May these tools […]

I just experienced one of the craziest rituals of the year. The back to school open house. Students swarmed the hallways and their excited but nervous voices echoed through a building that had been dormant for months.  It warmed my heart to see old faces and to shake the hands of those I will guide […]

I’m a singer at heart, although I am pretty sure I wouldn’t make it through the blooper round of American Idol. Out of habit, I burst into song at random times throughout the day and even make up words to popular tunes to entertain my little loves. While my kids are my favorite audience, they’ve […]