They Tend to be Wafflers

They Tend to be Wafflers

Meal planning. I cannot tell you how many times I have said or mumbled those words to my husband, a friend, or myself. It’s a popular topic for blogs and social media platforms and a focus for stay-at-home and working moms (or dads) because, let’s face it, it’s...
They Tend to be Wafflers

They Make Offers I Shouldn’t Refuse

Sometimes, asking for help can feel like one of the hardest things in this world to do. Well, maybe except for accepting help when it’s offered. Because I don’t know about you, but letting someone lend me a hand can make me feel like I’m weak or vulnerable. Mind you,...
They Tend to be Wafflers

Their Weird Is the New Awesome

Why is it so challenging to find a place to belong? Do you remember those feelings from your teenage years? Honestly, I’m not sure fitting in is a uniquely teenage experience; at the age of 57, I’m still seeking my place in the world, seeking out like-minded people...
They Tend to be Wafflers

They Help Me Stay Active

By this point in this series you have likely realized that staying connected to my teens is one of the best ways for me actively to love our teenagers. The more connected we are to someone, or something, the easier it is to recall the positive things we appreciate...
They Tend to be Wafflers

They Are Still Children at Heart

As I have pointed out several times already in this series, my girls are a consistent source of inspiration and encouragement and I don’t believe that is merely a happenstance. I believe it is part of the way God blesses us as parents when we receive the children we...