As our children grow up, we get to bear witness to the ways they change and develop and begin to engage with the world around them. As we walk alongside them on their learning journey, we may also be privy to their critical ways—their critical thinking ways, that is....

Last year I thought it would be a great idea to implement a family game night to bring us all together for a time of family fun and bonding. As part of this plan, I even ordered several new board games for us. Unfortunately, the regularity I was anticipating creating...

Each night I add to a gratitude list I started on January 1. It’s one of the ways I like to remind myself about the things for which I have to be thankful and last night was no different. At the top of last night’s entries? I wrote how much I loved and how grateful I...

If you have teenagers, you are likely aware they have a language all their own, from their generation’s specific slang to turns of phrases to meme-inspired speak. Talking to your teen can perhaps at times inspire eye rolls—from you—depending on where their mind is...

On the hard days, when the winds of change and upheaval are blowing strong, it can be a challenge to remain steady in what feels like the storms of life. It can feel like an incredible challenge to find the way back to the safety of the harbor. Those are the days when...

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...

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,...