Middle school wasn’t all that long ago (well, at least not in my head), so I knew what to expect when our oldest son entered 6th grade – more homework and more responsibilities. While my husband and children know me as an organizer, planner, and Type-A(ish) personality, I still recall[Read more]
I can’t decide if I’m harping too much or if it’s a sign that my sage advice is finally sinking in when one of my boys cuts me off just as I’m about to speak, saying, “I know what you’re going to say, Mom” and then repeats one of my[Read more]
Ah, parenthood. I can’t imagine any other job in the world that can make a person feel more powerful or more inept (usually within minutes of each other). Last night, our youngest had a devil of a time getting to sleep. At first, I was accommodating (fine, one more hug).[Read more]
How do you begin a jigsaw puzzle? Are you a dive-in-and-do-it kind of person? Or do you prefer to get-your-bearings and organize all the pieces first? Do you like to work the same puzzle more than once or do you need a fresh challenge every time? Do you enjoy the[Read more]
I can’t recall a Halloween when I’ve spent as much time and energy decorating and celebrating this candy-covered holiday. It doesn’t take much soul-searching to figure out that feathering our nest is one of the ways I’m caring for my family right now. So, I wasn’t overly surprised (but still[Read more]
From the time our boys were old enough to grasp an object, we’ve had “put your toys away” as part of their evening routine. For the most part, they’ve been pretty good about this task – doing their fair share of whining, but restoring order nonetheless. Sometimes I forget that[Read more]