Tag Archives: raising kids

Bittersweet Sixteen

Posted on November 6, 2012 by

Sixteen short years ago, he made me a mother. Now he has a driver’s license. And an adorable girlfriend. And a wicked sense of humor. And a killer smile. The world is his for the taking. Hug your babies, Mamas. … Continue reading →

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Toddlers and Teens and In Betweens

Posted on September 7, 2012 by

Our kids are 15, 13, 12, and 10. That means at one point in our lives, they were 5, 3, 2, and barely out of the womb. When Mary Claire was born, Gus was not yet walking. When George (the … Continue reading →

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The Secret

Posted on January 7, 2012 by

People often ask me what our secret is. Chris and I have been married for 17 years, have been together for 24. We are happy, content, have settled into our lives with grace, love, and acceptance. That doesn’t mean it’s … Continue reading →

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