Those years of grief won’t be forgotten, and neither will those lives. I’m certain I’ll always remember their due dates, and the order of siblings that would have been, had we been allowed to have our children. I’m okay with reflecting on the dark times and feeling twinges of that familiar heartache. It gets easier, but it never goes away. It’s fitting to grieve what will never be. Read More
Buzzfeed Names FunBites Among Best Products Featured on Shark Tank
Well, this is exciting! FunBites Founder Bobbie Rhoads wrote this morning to let us know that Buzzfeed listed FunBites as one of the BEST products to ever appear on ABC’s Shark Tank. Read More
Clever Tricks to Keep Your ‘Treaters Safe on Halloween
Thinking about safety isn’t always fun. Here are a few “Halloween Tricks” you can use to make sure your kids have fun and stay safe this Halloween! Read More
8 Things to Do When Your Child is Belligerent
My daughter was being so rude and belligerent. She was screaming at me about everything, so finally I just lost patience and yelled at her… Read More
Fun DIY Halloween Crafts for Kids
Here are some of our favorite Halloween crafts that we’ve seen on Pinterest and around the web. All are easy to do with kids and great fun for everyone! Read More
President Obama Signs BABIES Act, Giving Fathers Greater Access to Changing Stations Across America
The Act received bipartisan support in Congress, and although it only mandates that certain federal buildings must make changing stations readily available to both men and women, it is a small, but greatly appreciated, step in the right direction. Read More
Teach Your Child to be Polite at the Dinner Table: Tips for Table Etiquette
Think good table manners are old fashioned? They aren’t! Proper table etiquette does have a place in the modern world. Dan Gilbert shares his tips with us! Read More
Shadow Games – a Great Way to Teach Kids About Light
The seasons are changing. The days are shorter. We’re spending more time indoors, but that doesn’t mean that everything is doom and gloom. Read More
Notes on the Seasons of Motherhood
What I’m learning, though, is that each of these seasons prepares me for the next. While I may not enjoy my doubting season, it gives me an impetus to explore what I believe about mothering, marriage, faith, and friendships. When I do this, I’m better able to solidify my convictions and move forward with purpose. Read More
10 Myths About Child Sexual Abuse
I have heard all the reasons why parents don’t discuss child sexual abuse prevention with their children. I have heard them so often that I can recite them by heart. Read More