Mother’s Day can be a difficult day for single moms. Traditionally, much of the planning of this day (e.g., taking the kids to buy a gift or encouraging them to…
Holidays
Redefining Tradition
Easter Sunday was the first one with just the kids and me — our second since becoming a single-parent family because last year, my mom was with us. Last year,…
When V-Day is D-Day
“I hate Valentine’s Day,” the middle-aged woman sadly shared with me. “Why?” I responded. “At my office, I have to spend the entire day watching the other women receive flowers…
Valentine’s Day Crafts to Do Together!
These crafts are designed for you to have some quality time together, and participation can be adjusted to your child’s capabilities. Have fun celebrating love! (Tip: While snipping and pasting,…
Romantic Ideas Abound Here
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, so do tell: what do you have planned for Hubby? We must remember that Valentine’s Day is not just for the ladies; we need to…
A New Year, A New Blessing
Thursday, December 29th, I went to my doctor’s office for a routine prenatal visit. Being as far along as I was in my pregnancy, I thought it would be a…
A Late Unwrapping
Maybe it’s because it’s December. Maybe not. Gifts are given at other times of the year, I know. And all are not wrapped in shiny paper tied with ribbons. Gifts of inheritance,…
Our Family Christmas Tradition
Our growing, young family is spread across three states, which makes gathering on Christmas day impossible. We have freed our adult children of the pressure to celebrate Christmas as in…
Fun with Christmas Past
It’s fun to look back on memories of Christmas past. Can you guess which of our bloggers is in each picture? 1. You’re not so scary after all! 2. Hee,…
Moms and Christmas
Something changed about Christmas when I became a mom of several children. The wonder of my personal experience was superseded by my growing realization that this was a prime teaching time. My…