Category Archives: Children

THE ELF ON THE SHELF…(that damn Elf.)

elf on the shelf

I made the insidious mistake of going public proclaiming the health and peace of my children and family.  The day I posted this bit of glorious news, was the day sickness slammed into the front door of our home like

Why do they get STUPID

This will be a blog that is trivial, but worthy of writing due to the impact this issue has on mothers everywhere on a daily basis.  I have a profound burden to bring about change in this area of child

Those DARN Bullies!

My daughter has dappled in the receiving end of the bullying market.  Ouch.  Now before I begin the story, may I say with utmost respect and concern that there are tragic bullying stories everywhere, and this particular story is truly

Our Precious Dear Children…

I’ve been talking with some moms that have older kids that are grown and out of the home.  These particular moms have shared their struggles with letting go and watching their children fall.  I feel their broken hearts.  I listen

Goodbye Summer-Hello Fall…

It hit me loud and clear this morning….. the relaxing, sun drenched days of summer are long gone.  It left us FAST, and like a ‘head on collision’….fall came right at us.  It gave us no warning, no early signs

Another “mom story” to tell…

Mother stories….don’t we all have them?  So many mother stories you can’t even count!  How many times we laugh out loud at something our kids do or say….  How many times they say something so adorable and witty, you just

Children Watching “World News”

It all started because I love watching The World News.  My kids peeped in on it from time to time as I am cooking in the kitchen or folding laundry.  They are drawn to the stories and ask questions about

Let Them Fly…

This past spring was our school talent show.  My daughter had been persistent in her desire to perform in it since last year.  I declined her request the first year because I honestly thought I could never allow her to

Have You Seen the News?

No, it’s not your typical newsflash of sorts, but my son may be on it tonight!  Let me explain… Last night after my daughter’s drama club pick up, my friend and I had our children playing on the school playground.

What to Wear?

My 7 year old daughter comes downstairs dressed in all black and asks, “Do I look ‘Goth’ mommy???  Mmmmm….  What to do? This scene reminds me of all those times I allowed my daughter to wear what she wanted if