What are you doing for the next 20 years?

Our first child started Kindergarten today. I have to admit that I was much more excited than emotional. However, on our way to school, I looked at my husband and said, “Our life will not be the same for the next 20 years!” Not that we were jet-setting to...

Grandpa Jerry honked

My dad comes from an era unlike any we know today. He grew up during the Great Depression, fought in WWII and worked extremely hard for everything he has. He even uses a handkerchief still! So imagine our amusement when he blew his nose this morning, louder than...

Epidemic of Empty Words

There is an epidemic sweeping the nation… No, I’m not talking about Swine Flu (or whatever technical name they’ve since given it), but something I would dare say is even more dangerous. Across the country, parents are throwing words out to their...

Raising Your Children with No Regrets

I am involved with an incredible ministry called Intentional Moms. This month, the founder, Catherine Hickem, wrote a very poignant newsletter article that I wanted to share with you all before many of us get ready to send kids back to school. Really, whether you have...

Happy Anniversary to my Prince!

I couldn’t let today pass without wishing a Happy 6th Anniverary to my best friend, biggest supporter, partner in life, the father of my children, my prince, all I’ve ever dreamed of and everything I could never have known to hope for – my husband,...