by Paula Dumas “But everyone is going to be there!” my son argued. And thus began our teachable moment about protecting family time by saying no to every birthday party…
by Paula Dumas “But everyone is going to be there!” my son argued. And thus began our teachable moment about protecting family time by saying no to every birthday party…
I think Forrest Gump said it best: “Stupid is, as stupid does.” And yes, we are not supposed to say stupid in our house—ignorant is preferred. But on this occasion…
On June 13th, our family and the Mutz family were snatched out of our normal routines much like the Pevensie children were suddenly snatched out of the London railway station…
Editor’s note: On June 19, Barbara and Dennis Rainey’s newborn granddaughter Molly lost her fight for life after only six days on this earth. After struggling with Rebecca and Jacob…
The most recent post of my dear friend, Barbara Rainey, concerning the birth of their newest granddaughter struck my heart. Little Molly Ann faces insurmountable medical crises that, without a…
The most challenging part of the empty nest for me right now is learning how to be available to my adult children when they have needs: new babies, significant life…