Getting the Chores Done
I have a confession. I stink at chores. Getting them done and assigning them to my kids. Once upon a time, I was Glenda Good…
Mom, Summertime Blues, and a Good Laugh
Ever had one of those days? The house has been flooded (twice) by a curious youngster with numerous rolls of toilet paper, the dog has…
Indispensable Dad: To the Best Husband and Father
Have you ever thought about the importance of a father? Though most of the time it’s mom who spends more hours with the children, there is no one who can replace dad.
Expectations and Giving Myself Grace
Expectations are a bit like resolutions, aren’t they? They can get us into a load of trouble, especially if you’re like me and set the…
Faith · Marriage · Parenting · Special Needs
My Mature Mom Moment
Rachel, my daughter with autism, adheres to routine. Her favorite activity is riding the school bus, which is not available on Saturdays. She didn’t get…
“I’m not good enough.” Dealing With Defeating Thoughts
A few weekends ago, I had the opportunity to speak at MomLife BootCamp. Prior to the conference, I kept hearing this nagging voice in my head:…
Expectations vs. Reality: What to Do When Life Doesn’t Match The Plan
Expectations are like rabbits. They can be warm and fuzzy, but when ungoverned, all manner of problems result. The other day I had only a…
Mom vs. Angry Child: Resisting the Urge to Bite Back
Eldest was having a bad day. The world was conspiring against her. To make matters worse, Dad was making her do homework. So when I…
Moms Need Encouragement
The other day Eldest and I had a wonderful mother-daughter date … until the drive home. Somehow, reflection on a movie shifted into an argument…
Autism, Food, and Weighty Parenting Issues
As a child I struggled with food. Texture issues and a strong gag reflex made meals a chore. I didn’t even like going over to…