The Last Time

by | Jan 22, 2015 | Life Issues

Peering into the mailbox, my eyes sought out the object that was wedged just a little too tightly to slide out without a serious tug. A children’s book. As I wriggled it free, my eyes teared up. It was the last book my newly-minted five-year-old would receive...

Flourishing in Motherhood

by | Jan 22, 2015 | Life Issues

Life was grand – every night was date night. Movies, peaceful dinners out, last-minute trips, and the thing I’ve loved all along – freedom – was abundant and thoroughly enjoyed. I had a wonderful husband, home in the suburbs, established career, and newly acquired...

5 Easy Ways for Kids to Make a Difference

by | Jan 20, 2015 | Trends

We’re continuing our Make a Difference series today with a compilation post from our writers on easy ways to make a difference with the help of our kids! Here are five easy tips: Volunteer at a local shelter. We have done this a few times with our kids, and each...

How Can I Possibly Qualify for This?

by | Jan 19, 2015 | Just Laughs

A little war took place in my mind a few weeks ago. My husband and I love to swim and found an awesome indoor pool that, for a small fee, we can use pretty much whenever we like. The pool water is a kept at a comfortable 87°, the pool deck is heated, the room is...

DIY: Transforming T-Shirts Into Scarves

by | Jan 19, 2015 | DIY

I have a confession to make. It’s costing me money, cluttering up my life, and making me question my validity as a homemaker. Here it is: I’m a spiller. You give me a new shirt, and I will find a way to immediately make a good-sized stain on it. I’m also an...