Humbling … Asking for Help from You
The last few weeks have been quiet for me. There have been some family medical issues that have kept me caring for the needs of…
Sunday Dinner
“Honey, will you ever be one of those Sunday dinner type of cooks?” A blank stare came across my face as these words escaped my…
Traveling Home for the Holidays
Our family is counting down the days until we travel north to spend the holidays with our extended families. My children are already planning sleepovers…
Ideas for Easier, Cheaper, More Generous Holidays
You probably already do this as a mom, but during the holiday season our evaluation becomes even more important: “Which is more valuable here–my money,…
A New Holiday Family
I love large family gatherings. Being surrounded by aunts, uncles, grandparents, siblings, cousins–the more, the merrier! Every significant holiday growing up was a juggling act for…
A Thanksgiving Tip from Nicole Eunice
Part bible teacher, part community organizer, part busy mom–Nicole Eunice has the uncanny ability to relate to people in all ages and stages of…
Me and My Big Mouth
“I couldn’t get into the pool or the shower today because they were so crowded,” I huffed to the administrator at my local gym. Before…
What to Say (and not to say) to a Parent of a Child with Special Needs
When you see a family with a child with special needs, what goes through your mind? Does your heart go out to them? Do you…
15 Steps to Take When You Feel Offended
Are you feeling offended or hurt by something that someone else has done to you? Offense is a normal human feeling, and we often unintentionally…
What To Do When Overwhelmed
Today I am overwhelmed. My unplugged laptop had been set aside to fix another cup of coffee, water some plants, start and fold some laundry,…