If I were a butterfly…
Everyone has that one special place in their lives that they consider to be their happy place. It might be a spot in your backyard or neighborhood. Maybe it’s your…
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Raising friends
I look at my two- and four-year-old son and daughter and see the closeness they share. I so frequently wish that time would just stand still. I see their friendship…
The night when lightning struck
September has always been a special month for my husband and me. My favorite September was in 2011. I was 23 years old working as a second-year teacher in the…
Family fun on a budget
If there is one thing that I have learned since becoming a mom, it is that kids like to have a plan and know what the plan is going to…
My dragonfly baby
I remember the day vividly in July of 2020 when I took a pregnancy test. I had a feeling that I might be expecting and decided that maybe I should…
Mary Leigh’s garden
Do you ever see a house with such potential, but are distracted with the ugly bushes out front? I never cease to be amazed when I get out and drive…
Enjoying our leisurely summer
I have never been the mom who wants to sign my kids up for constant summer activities. I look at summer as a chance to regroup and revitalize from the…
A day of beauty
Inspiration comes from all different places and is unique to everyone. I am so inspired by nature and flowers in particular. I love so many different flowers, but none quite…
I never saw myself as a boy mom
I never saw myself as a boy mom. I always imagined having a little girl. I would picture myself picking out dresses for her, braiding her hair, and enjoying all-things-princess…
Noticing the remarkable
I have always enjoyed the change of seasons. There is something about this time of year that you can physically see the demeanor of people change. I feel more energized…