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There is a common thread in motherhood which is rooted in the love we have for our growing children. Here you will find reflections which tug at my heartstrings and words which I hope provide you with comfort and hope as you travel your motherhood journey while raising teens.
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I Am More Than A Mom. I Am Me
I am more… I am more than a food shopper, driver to all activities, and entertainer of all kinds....
I Wonder, Do My Teens Know Me?
Sometimes I wonder how much my teens know about me. I mean, I know I’m their mom and they know my...
Dear Younger Self, Keep Moving Forward
Dear Younger Self, Some days when I think back to who I am now and who I used to be, a wave washes...
It’s Hard Watching Our Kids Grow Up
With a tearful smile, I fondly recall your little hand swirling around in the magenta paint. You...
Moms, It’s Okay. No One Is Judging You!
Sometimes, I want to reach deep within my soul, shake it around a bit and say, “Wake up! You are...
Raising Teens Is Hard
While raising teens, we need to find the strength within ourselves to bend and be flexible even on...
words of encouragement
Empowering
Stop, Listen, and Listen Some More
I have to remind myself sometimes to stop, listen, and listen some more.. Even if I am in the midst of running around or making dinner, I have to ground my feet beneath me, be present and stop, listen, and listen some more. My teen girls need me, plain and simple....
Did I Tell Her Enough
Is my heart ready? Is she ready? I know she’s ready. I knew this day was approaching and by the press of one single word… accept… my girl is off to college. My heart is beaming with pride and joy as excitement emanates out of my pores. But I can’t deny it, there is...
I’m trying…
It’s hard letting you go a little bit more, day by day, but be patient with me through this process... I’m trying. It’s hard watching you continue to grow, knowing in the near future you will be on your own... I’m trying. It’s hard reliving memories and often wanting...
Riding A Bike And The Balance Of Life
Remember teaching your little one how to ride a bike and how to feel balanced? Lean too far left, you fall. Lean too far right, you fall. But center yourself perfectly and there it is…the sweet spot. As I watch from afar my daughter’s hair blowing in the humid...
It’s The Little Moments
“Mom, can you make me a cup of tea?” echoes down the staircase and I stop what I’m doing to fill up the tea kettle. You see, making tea is a simple thing which connects us together. I know it sounds funny but it’s true. Maybe it’s tea for one daughter or an egg...
Graduation Gifts To Inspire Your Graduate
High school and college graduations are quickly approaching and as our graduate dons their cap and gown, and Pomp and Circumstance echos through the theater or stadium, we may be wondering how to celebrate this milestone moment. Our graduates are beaming with pride...
20 Easter Gift Ideas For Teen Boys
Do you have a teen boy who rolls his eyes at his childhood Easter basket filled with colorful jellybeans? Maybe it's time to spice up his Easter basket with some creative items that he will be sure to smile about! Raising teens is hard enough but the holidays don't...
27 Easter Basket Ideas For Teen Girls
As our kids get older, they tend to let go of holiday traditions long before we are ready to admit. There will be times our kids aren't as excited about the holidays as they used to be. But no matter how old my kids get they will always get an Easter basket and here's...
No One Prepared This Mama’s Heart for Her Child’s Last High School Game
Choking back the tears… Tears of uncontrollable joy. Tears of pride as I see the strength of my child shine. Tears of longing for this moment to last just a little bit longer. Tears of heartache as this snippet of life comes to a close. Tears of feeling a sense of...
