Tag Archives: Relationships
Why I Gave a Mom Chocolate at Target
A few days ago, I'd washed our sheets and as I went to put them back on our bed, I realized that they were ratty and I just couldn't stand it any longer. We needed new sheets...nice, white, crisp shee...
Angela Strand Jan 18, 2023
Your Kids Should Not Be The Most Important In The Family
Reprinted with permission. Original article by John Rosemond. "I recently asked a married couple who have three kids, none of whom are yet teens, "Who are the most important people in your fami...
Ann Kirsten Nov 03, 2022
A Heart of Service
I gave our children a foot massage the other day and it happened so randomly. As I put lotion on my feet after a shower, I thought it would be a good idea to do a mini foot spa treatment for the child...
Rachel Matembe Oct 20, 2022
The Other Side of Weeds
I came across this picture online. I posted it on my social media page with the words: "For those of us who see the magic in dandelions." The exact people I thought would "like" it, did. They were peo...
Ann Kirsten May 05, 2022 photo credit: unknown
Welcoming Your Child Home From College
Do you have a son or daughter returning from college soon? Here are some great reminders to help with their transition back home! Be patient. It's an adjustment for both of you. Sit down and have a gr...
AllMomDoes Apr 27, 2022
Do You Kiss In Front of Your Kids?
"Ewww," our eight-year-old daughter exclaimed from the kitchen the other night when she glanced up from homework to find my husband and I kissing. It wasn't even a long kiss. But it was more than a pe...
Stephanie O'Farrell Mar 28, 2022
Marital PDA in Front of Your Kids
It's a familiar outcry in our home, uttered at various times and in various locations. It's usually used by the younger set of kids now but has been part of the repertoire from early on in our parenti...
Julie Lyles Carr Oct 07, 2020
Fighting Fair in Front of the Kids
So, Michael and I never fight. Except, you know, every other Wednesday or so. And then sometimes on Mondays. With an occasional Tuesday thrown in. And a handful of Thursdays and Fridays. With the odd ...
Julie Lyles Carr Oct 02, 2020
I Know You Are Overwhelmed & Doing Your Best
Today, I am sitting across from you at the coffee shop with a warm latte; we are sipping and chatting. I am looking you in the eyes and telling you something important. This is something someone recen...
Rebecca Joy Aug 18, 2020
Dating as a Single Mom: When Should He Meet Your Child?
When dating as a single mom, the question of "When should he meet my child?" is the most stressful and conflicting part about finding your true soulmate. You meet a guy and he seems awesome, wonderful...
Georgina Dukes Feb 11, 2020