Parenting Wisdom

Twice now I’ve had the privilege to move to Colorado—Colorado Springs, specifically—and in case you have forgotten it or just need a little reminder, this place is pretty incredible. From all the coffee shops and microbreweries, the bazillions of...

In American family culture, the days between Thanksgiving and the New Year are a whirlwind. Decorating, concerts, end of year tests, holiday parties, family gatherings, shopping, wrapping, baking, showing appreciating for everyone from the blessed souls that pick up...

I'm Not Alone Slumped down on the kitchen floor with my back firmly pressed against the cabinet door, I found myself silently crying and hoping I could push my tears back long enough to suspend the knowledge from my children...

I know it can be hard to believe, but social media isn't real life. "What?" You might be saying, "No way, not true! Molly's house is always that clean, her kids' outfits are always coordinated." "Carrie is always on...

My daughter just turned 8 and we have celebrated for a month. She is so lucky. She had a party with friends, as well as a family party on both sides. Now we have to find a place for...

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There are so many moms doing incredible things right here in Colorado Springs, making a difference in a variety of ways.  Because we're passionate about the moms in our city, we want to do all we can to both...

I was leaving my son’s elementary school this week after dropping him off, and while walking back home, I chatted with my neighbor. This beautiful mama has four kids under the age of 8. I am ahead of her...

And just like that, they’re gone.Not forever, no, and not without six or seven hugs, kisses and “I’ll miss yous” and even an “I don’t want to leave.” But they’re not here now and the silence is equal parts...

Have you ever gotten to the end of the year (or just the end of the week) and felt like you didn’t accomplish all you wanted to? Were there dreams and goals and desires you had that just didn’t...