There's a script many of us hear from birth about our roles as men and women. It often begins in churches, but the message is ingrained in our schooling, our homes, our sports, and our workplaces. It goes like this... A woman's life often is often described in terms of … [Read more...]
When Parenting is Boring
Parenting is often portrayed as magic or madness, with little variation from the script. This makes sense - the best stories are often at one end of the parenting extremes. We save the in between stories for quiet moments with friends, where we feel safe admitting that parenting … [Read more...]
Being the New Kid: The Unbearable Awkwardness of Newness
Being new is hard. My children are the new kids once again and they feel the discomfort acutely. I send them off to school each day with dragging feet, aching for the days when they skipped their way to class. I know this stage is temporary and I think they know it too, … [Read more...]
A Conversation with Future You
Competing voices are trying to narrate your life story. They tell you all kinds of versions of who you are and who you will be. These voices are added to the one inside your head. She is the harshest critic and has the highest expectations. Your life is accompanied by a constant … [Read more...]
Parenting Achievement Unlocked: Weird Mom
Congratulations are in order! After nearly 9 years of hard work and dedication, I have finally unlocked the "Weird Mom" achievement in parenting. You, too, can successfully reach this parenting boss level, but you'll need master many important skills along the way. With … [Read more...]
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