You may think of homeschooling like June Cleaver with her hair beautifully set and her apron clean, as she leans over her children's desks. Let me pop your bubble for just a moment and be brutally honest. I am going to share a few homeschooling secrets: the good and the bad with … [Read more...] about Homeschooling Secrets: The Good and The Bad
An Unexpected Romance on Valentine’s Day
Bridget stepped out of her flower shop on Valentine's Day. It was the busiest time of the year and she needed a pick-me-up to get through this hectic today. Valentine's Day was usually crazy, with last-minute shoppers...mostly men. Bridgette hadn't had a coffee in a few hours. She could feel … [Read more...] about An Unexpected Romance on Valentine’s Day
Instagram Girl You Need To Meet the Girl with Cancer
She had over 30, 000 followers and her picture showed up in my feed. Instagram Girl was wearing a bra top and yoga pants and was taking a selfie from the side. I stopped scrolling to read under her photo. When I was done I realized, 'Instagram Girl you need to meet the girl with … [Read more...] about Instagram Girl You Need To Meet the Girl with Cancer
Quit Caffeine In A Week With No Withdrawal Symptoms
You've tried to quit caffeine a handful of times and thought you were dying. You also threw a frying pan at your husband when he asked you where you left the car keys. The kids ran scared to their rooms after you screamed at them for putting the milk carton back in the fridge with a tablespoon of … [Read more...] about Quit Caffeine In A Week With No Withdrawal Symptoms
Inspiring Women: Life With Barbara
" Bruce was better at taking things as they came. I remember when the neurologist confirmed for us that it was ALS, my eyes filled with tears… and Bruce made a joke. I wanted to hit him, maybe I did, this wasn’t funny, but that is how he faced things with courage and a smile. … [Read more...] about Inspiring Women: Life With Barbara
Why A New Mom Needs Your Help More Than Your Advice
Having a new baby is a life-changing event in a woman's life. It can also be a wonderful opportunity for friends and family to show the new mom they care, by helping her with her baby. I want to talk about why a new mom needs your help more than your advice. Well-meaning friends and relatives … [Read more...] about Why A New Mom Needs Your Help More Than Your Advice