A parent's email describing how to properly give gifts to a couple's 1 year-old for his birthday is circling Facebook. The letter instructs birthday party attendees on acceptable gifts, including the number per family allowed, as well as selecting group gifts and assigning them. … [Read more...]
The Kindness of Strangers
We arrived at 10:30 am, two hours early for our flight. My phone rang as I checked in, but I ignored it as I juggled baggage, baby in a carrier, and a toddler. Little did I know that missed call was a foreshadowing of the day of delays to come. Nothing could have prepared me for … [Read more...]
I Love You More Than
I spontaneously started an "I Love You More Than" game with my 3 year-old the other night. I said, "Kai, I love you more than candy." A sly smile spread across his face and he replied, "I love you more than candy!" The big kids overheard this variation of "I love you to … [Read more...]
Diary of an Overconfident Mom
Dear Diary, I woke up this morning thinking, "I've got this." With more than 3 hours of straight sleep under my belt, I felt like I could do anything. The big kids made it to school with little fuss and I enjoyed a leisurely morning with baby and Kai. I even put our brand new … [Read more...]
Becoming the Hero of Her Own Story
"I remember when a group of boys called me 'dog' repeatedly in 5th grade." I'm not sure what prompted me to share this story with my kids, but before I knew it, the words escaped my lips. "Why? What did you do?" My daughter leaned forward, attentive. "Well, it started off … [Read more...]
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