Tag Archives: parenting
DON’T WORRY – I’M FINE!
Disclaimer – This post is not intended to offend anyone – only to illustrate. There are days in my life when worry overtakes me. I often wonder why it’s so much a part of who I am. It might be … Continue reading
RAISING CHILDREN CAN BE RISKY
I have vivid childhood memories. Some of them have been delected from my memory bank, but there are some that stand out more than others. There were the years living in a four story apartment building on the top floor. … Continue reading
FATHERHOOD – WISHING YOU HAD DONE BETTER
Of course I don’t know what it’s like being a dad, but I’m quite sure that it’s a lot like being a mother. We have the same hopes and dreams for our kids, we want them to have a better … Continue reading
IS YOUR ROAD PAVED WITH GOOD INTENTIONS?
Each day brings good intentions, but it isn’t long before all of our noble hopes take a hit as reality sets in. You stumble out of bed – stub your toe on the night stand – limp to the bathroom … Continue reading
TIME FOR FAMILY BONDING
Maybe you think this past year and a half has been the perfect time to get back to family bonding. Some of you may protest that the whole bonding thing was overrated and you’ve had enough. Maybe your children are … Continue reading
A STRONG WOMAN
Most mothers don’t feel strong at the end of the day. They’ve spent the last hours finding and serving nutritious meals for the family. Her children have scheduled duties and she works around their schedules in order to accomodate them. … Continue reading
FORGOTTEN LUNCHES AND LOST SOCKS
As the mother of three adult children and the grandmother of three adult children, you wouldn’t think I’d be thinking about forgotten lunches and lost socks. The truth is, these things have haunted me for most of my existence. Now … Continue reading
YOU CAN CHOOSE YOUR FRIENDS, BUT …
“You can choose your friends but you sho’ can’t choose your family, an’ they’re still kin to you no matter whether you acknowledge ‘em or not, and it makes you look right silly when you don’t.” Harper Lee Most of … Continue reading
THINGS I WISH I HADN’T SAID AS A MOM
When it comes to Mother’s Day, I have a lot of regrets as to how I raised my children, but at the same time I thank God for helping me through the process. There were things I wish I had … Continue reading
THANK HEAVENS FOR LITTLE GIRLS
I only had one sibling – a sister. My mother came from a family of five girls before three sons arrived. I was fortunate to have two daughters of my own and am blessed to have one granddaughter. Girls are … Continue reading
SUMMER VACATION 2020
The above photograph most likely took place during the pandemic of 1918-1919 – or the Spanish Flu. I wonder if this family was about to venture out on a summer vacation. When summer comes to mind, I have wonderful visions … Continue reading
THROUGH OUR CHILDREN’S EYES
When children are young, they look to their parents as super heroes – men and women of steel – those who can make all their boo-boos better and dry their tears when they are hurting. When they get older, the … Continue reading
MOTHERS WHO INFLUENCED MY LIFE
These are two of my children – my oldest and my youngest – both mothers now. My first born, Amy, is pictured on the right. She was my guinea pig so to speak. I guess our first child is always … Continue reading
MOTHERS WHO INFLUENCED MY LIFE
My mother in law had a great influence on me, because she gave birth to the man I would marry. She was a stately woman. When she was only 51, her husband passed away in the night laying beside her … Continue reading
MOTHERS WHO INFLUENCED MY LIFE
She entered my life just after I turned five – a most traumatic experience for one of the most spoiled children in the world. After all, I was the first grandchild on both sides of the family tree. I had … Continue reading
MOTHERS WHO INFLUENCED MY LIFE
The second in a series about mothers who shaped my life. My paternal grandmother was a city lady. She was a beautiful woman with black hair and the darkest black eyes I’ve ever seen. She lived with our family when … Continue reading
MOTHERS WHO INFLUENCED MY LIFE
My mother’s mom was the wife of a farmer. I knew she had dreams of a big city life and whenever she had the chance she showed her ability to make people laughy with her entertaining antics. She was a … Continue reading
DEAR, CHILD OF MINE
Dear, child of mine: It’s been a while since I checked in with you, but you already know I’m here for you all the time. There are so many memories I have of you. I remember how those nine months … Continue reading
