Tag Archives: Relationships

I was 17 when my parents divorced. It was a long time coming really due to my dad's addictions to work, alcohol and probably other things my mom covered up. My mom overcompensated so that my older bro...

    She walks into the kitchen, 'Hey Mama! What are you doing?' As I answer her and tell her that I'm cooking, she pulls up a chair. She climbs up and helps me with whatever job I'll give he...

To those of you who grew up in a kind, Christian home, you are truly blessed.  What a gift your parents gave to you (it’s a gift I tried to give to my children).  To those of us who di...

Students, parents, and teachers are all anxiously sporting their smiles for the new school year. And it got me thinking, as with any sport we know that teamwork is what makes a team succeed, right? Be...

Jesus notwithstanding, we all find our own children to be perfection personified.  Spend two minutes talking to any parent and it’s clear that they are smitten.  Of course they are!&nb...

Last night I texted all 7 of my kids.  Oh ya, I’m pretty high tech.  I don’t know why but I had come to a blank when trying to think up something to post about!Now if you know me...

It was only a few days ago, I walked into our bathroom and saw what I’ve been seeing far too often lately- potty on the floor. My son and I well, we’ve been having this recurring conversat...

This scenario may sound familiar- It’s Sunday evening at 8pm. After a busy weekend, you finally get your kid(s) down to bed and you make your way downstairs for some much needed relaxation. Once...

Last week’s blog laid the vital foundation for raising teenagers.  Now, the fun can begin! Teens can be challenging and emotionally draining.  So, how do you survive the con...

You know what they say.. Parting is such sweet sorrow.  I've come to a great place in life where I know all the things that make my heart sing.  I understand my areas of strength ...