How not to be a psycho mom on Mother's Day. In my last post, I wrote about the moments - how special they are, because they become tomorrow's precious memories; and thankfully, my family experienced some special moments as we celebrated my nephew's wedding this past weekend. This guy is so ... [ Read More ]
Why Temper Tantrum Parenting Might Just Help You Make the Rapture
One day after church, as another lovely mom and I stood in the courtyard eating muffins, chatting it up and shooting the breeze, talking about very spiritual things like hair bows, home schooling and the weather, we observed her one-and-a-half-year-old throw himself on the ground and catch a fit ... [ Read More ]
Us Against Them {Because the Kids are Nuts!}
Okay, it’s official! I have a slight problem. While other mommy bloggers are churning out posts with wholesome titles such as Christ Centered Hope for the Weary Mom, I am openly and unabashedly telling you that kids in general are crazy; and it’s YOU and YOUR husband against THEM. But I won’t ... [ Read More ]
The Truth About Raising Young Adults
I have more angst about parenting my young adult kids than any Christian mom should be willing to admit. I know that God is sovereign. I know that He rules and reigns in the affairs of my family. Still, I sometimes struggle to believe that He’s orchestrating the events of my kids’ lives for ... [ Read More ]
When a Trip to the Dentist Is as Good as the Spa
The sun is shining. I’m out traveling. A warm pre-spring breeze blows on my face. My steps have extra bounce. I feel invigorated! Life is good. "Why?" you ask? I’m free! KID-FREE that is. (Even "house-free.") I’m out in the world without my kids, and it feels amazing! (What a ... [ Read More ]
The Perfect Storm: A tale of light bulbs, lasagna and lessons learned
Like it or not . . . every so often the perfect ingredients come together - in a most sneaky and unpredictable way - to create a diabolical concoction of trouble in marriage. More violent than any force of nature - this is what I call THE PERFECT STORM. This storm is fierce . . . If it were ... [ Read More ]
Why Every Wife Should Have Husband Envy (+ Video)
Just so you know, I want to be just like my husband when I grow up! Yes, I have husband envy. And you (mom) should too, here's why... There are some noticeable differences between Us and Them . . . between Husbands and Wives . . . between Moms and Dads. Even the contemporary adage: Men are ... [ Read More ]
Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus – Especially at the Playground
Hey Moms! Here's a quick quiz for you . . . Is a trip to the park with the kids your: "mom’s mental break" time quality time with the kids or a mixed-up cocktail of both? Here's why I ask . . . I recently heard a a well respected pastor give his perspective on ... [ Read More ]
How to Survive Long Distance Travel with Your Spouse
Answer: Think duct tape and a blindfold! No, this is not the movie 50 Shades of Grey. This is a clean and comical "survival for long distance road travel with your spouse" post (where I vent and dish the dirt and throw Hubby under the bus because it's cheaper than therapy and I'm a really good ... [ Read More ]
How Denial and Double Stuf Oreos Can Help Moms Cope
Have you ever been this mom? . . . I stopped by the supermarket one evening and saw an all too familiar scene: a momma with a hot-red face shopping with her kiddo’s. This momma was seriously trying to hold it together. Her grade school kids were playing - age appropriately - yet still ... [ Read More ]
Gynecological Adventures, Part 3
[If you've missed Part 1 and Part 2, you've got a bit of catching up to do, unless you're the wild and crazy type who likes to dive in with no explanation. Either way, I still love ya!] - The Bimanual Exam This party’s not over yet. Oh no, Baby! It can’t jump off until an internal ... [ Read More ]
Gynecological Adventures {Part 2}
Oh my gosh! I thought I could pull this off - describing what I thought was a comical visit with my GYN, but I'm starting to get a really bad case of the nerves. I mean, we ladies do this every year but NO ONE is talking about it. Well, I did say that I'd take one for the team, so for better or ... [ Read More ]
