Why I Hate Being a Member of the Dead Moms Club
I hate being a member of the Dead Moms Club.
I hate paying the lifetime membership dues.
I hate the grief.
I hate the heartache.
And I hate the loneliness.
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Why I Still Want My Kids to Believe in Santa Claus
For years, my husband and I wrestled with our presentation of Santa Claus to our young daughters. We watched well-meaning Christian friends decide to forgo the tradition altogether. We hesitated to follow suit because we cherish our childhood memories of St. Nick but we are careful not to use Santa to control our children’s behavior….
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Top 10 Favorite Sweet but Spooky Family-Friendly Halloween Movies
My elementary school-age daughters and I watch sweet but spooky, family-friendly Halloween movies. I hated Halloween as a kid.
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I’m Grateful for My Baby Brother on His Birthday
My life changed forever, 36 years ago today, when my one and only sibling officially joined our family. At the time, I was quite disappointed that my baby brother was not a girl. I think my unimpressed look in the photo above says it all. I look a little happier in the next one: Today,…
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5 Powerful Songs for Your Hero this Father’s Day
I compiled a list of favorite songs about dads and grandpas, in an attempt to create the perfect playlist for your hero this Father’s Day.
