I wish people would stop using the “P” word.
At every age and every stage, this word finds a way to creep in. It has the same effects on us - whether we are learning how to draw, ride a bike, picking out our wedding dress, holding our first child, or juggling the craziness that is parenthood or a thriving...
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A 2015 Resolution in One Word
It's January 2 and I haven't written about what my New Year's Resolution is. This should come as no surprise to those that know me... Procrastinate less as a resolution? That is so 1996. Be more organized? I tried this before I had kids. I did OK in some areas, not...
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Fa, La, La, La, La (Whose child is that??)
Ahh Christmas. The season of wonder. Of beauty. Of hope. Of joy. Nothing gets me into the Christmas spirit more than the special services held at our church in December. The season of Advent, the period of preparation for the celebration of the birth of Jesus, is a...
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Elf on the Shelf Ideas (from a busy parent)
Love him or hate him, if you have small children and have adopted the Elf on the Shelf® tradition for your family you are likely beginning to run out of steam by now. Chances are you've been at it since Thanksgiving and are in the third week of making sure that the...
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I’ve changed my mind about our Elf on the Shelf.
Holiday traditions. Every family has them. Many are universally celebrated, and some are as unique as the people who celebrate them. I grew up in a family that cherished our traditions and the holidays took on a certain rhythm of shopping, cooking, travelling, and...
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Opening Day of “Dear” Season
11 years ago I married my best friend. He happens to be a hunter and our wedding day happened to be on opening day of deer season. We jokingly refer to it as "dear season". Here's why... It has been a point of contention throughout our marriage. WE planned the...
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What I should have done when I found out my friend had Breast Cancer
Last June, a dear childhood friend was diagnosed with breast cancer. My heart hurt for her. I wanted to hug her neck and be there for her. I wanted to make her meals and sit by her side while she went through chemo. I wanted to help her out with her kids. But I...
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Breastfeeding is not sexy.
There. I have your attention. I used the words "breast" and "sexy" in my title, which led you here. I am writing this piece in honor of World Breastfeeding Week. I've thought about sharing this before but I usually shy away from stirring things up on sensitive...
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I’m in a book!
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