Blog Archives

It’s not the end of world. In fact, in can offer some much-needed perspective.

Parents of teens: You want to ask this on a daily basis, yes?

Here’s how I think it might go.

Much more than crayons and glue.

I was never a pessimist, but then life happened. So here’s where I am now.

With donuts in hand, my husband and I sat at the end of our drive to cheer on the Omaha Women’s triathlon athletes.

(Moms are people, too!)

Are ALL the lyrics like that?! And is that what my teens are listening to?

I was disappointed when our daughter decided not to join us on our recent trip.

Even as a middle-aged woman, almost anything heart-shaped makes me happy.

Who knew a ski trip could be so scary?

Now that I am middle-aged, I’m going to have several.

Young children, and an assortment of pets, is not a good combo for a good night’s rest!

Even if you don’t bake, you’ll enjoy this recipe.

Would you and your teens benefit from a vacation from texting?

Parenting college-age children from afar is a challenge, but less may be more now.

Why is it so hard to ask for help when helping others is one of the most fulfilling things we can do?

Change is hard. But going through “The Change” is even more challenging.

This Reduction in Force has left Mom frustrated. Realizing your kids need you less is tough.

It still takes me back to my childhood and those feelings of excitement and anticipation.