Monthly Archives: May 2017

Last night my kid was little again…

If you are my friend on Facebook, then you know that August had surgery yesterday. It was a great thing and we were excited for this step in their journey. We arrived at Children’s Hospital in the morning and were … Continue reading →

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Nora Ephron had it right, I hope…

I have seen many of my friends reference their age lately on social media. Whether it is a comment about not having our shit together yet, or about how we were JUST teens ourselves, it is clear to me that … Continue reading →

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Words of Encouragement

Last night, I posted a picture of Amelia on Facebook. I explained that she had experienced a difficult night and was sad. I, too was sad, because seeing my child with a broken heart hurts more than anything. I was … Continue reading →

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Youths!

Right now, I am struggling. I have three teenagers. Or as Schmidt calls them, “Youths!” I have three teenagers, and that, right there, is probably all you need to know about my struggle. You get it. I know you do. … Continue reading →

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The Invisible Parenting Manual

I have been a mom for almost 19 years. In that time, I have had many, many moments where I had solemnly wished I had been warned or prepared for the things I faced by some sort of ‘how-to’ guide … Continue reading →

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Monday! And You Survived!

If you are reading this, then it means you have survived another Monday!!! Give yourself a quick pat on the back. Have a cookie. Draw a star on your hand. Get some stickers. Whatever it takes… you need recognition for … Continue reading →

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