After years of waiting, one of my long-time friends had her first baby today! My sister and I met her in college, and she’s since been an honorary member of…
Relationships
Firstborn Love
A friend called recently. Only days from having her first baby, she was nervous—understandably so. “Any last minute advice?” she asked. I could hear her heavy, tired breaths, and the…
“MP Camp”
We embarked on a fun adventure by hosting our very first “camp” for our five grandchildren: “Mimi and Papa Camp” or “MP Camp.” There was a lot of planning and…
Little Brother All Grown Up!
The last four days have been rough for my little brother. Okay, so maybe once you hit 30 you’re not so little, but Tim will always be my little brother….
Multitasking on Mom
by Paula Dumas Saturdays=Chaos. Pick up the dry cleaning. Do five loads of laundry. Get Son #1 to double-header. Stockpile groceries at Sam’s Club. Forget about getting hair cut. Every…
No Party, Just Family
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…
Where’s the Car?
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…
Returning to “Our World”
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…
Touched by Molly
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…
Warrior Friends
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…