Single parent. I wonder where that phrase was first spoken. And what the circumstances were. It is a phrase that continues to define me no matter how much I wish…
Single Moms
Happy Heavenly Father’s Day
Father’s Day brings joy for many as they package gifts of appreciation, make stacks of pancakes or plan a day of fun together as a family. For others it brings…
A Perfectly Imperfect Mother’s Day
One of the best Mother’s Days I ever had was spent at Chuck-E-Cheese. I know, I know … how in the world is that even possible? In all fairness, it…
Where Do You Find Your Identity?
Okay…I’m gonna get a bit spiritual. I hope you don’t mind. My single mommy self just simply can’t survive without Jesus. I know it sounds a bit cliché, but my…
Blinging Out Blaster
This life is so often not funny. There are a thousand things in a week that make me want to weep. BUT, then something happens that reminds me that there…
The Single Mom ABCs
Accept where you are in life. Be ready for the hard questions. Challenge Yourself… You are stronger than you think! Depend on God. He will lead your family. Encourage your…
A Cross Stitched Life
Last night I was cross-stitching a lovely pattern with an eagle in flight. It looked so simple. I was wrong. That dang eagle is all kinds of shades of brown…
Do as I Suggest Not as I Do Organizational Ideas
Oh that it wasn’t time to get organized again, although I’ve been “getting” organizing for the last 3 years. Yes, years. I wish that was an exaggeration. I think being a single…
Celebrating Extravagantly
I’ve spent a lot of time down in my basement recently in an attempt to get rid of stuff. I have a lot of stuff. I have a lot of…
Christmas THIS YEAR
Every October as the Christmas decorations come out all over town (which is just craziness), I become newly energized to provide the best Christmas ever for my kids. THIS YEAR…