The Hunting Widow
There's a common saying that my mom threw around the house when I was growing up. Whenever my dad left to go...
Deer in the Headlights
I have always held a fascination with volcanoes and other natural disasters. Having lived in Washington State my entire life, I grew...
Cupcake Explosion
When my husband and I found out we were pregnant for the first time, we were filled with such unbridled joy. We...
Field of My Dreams
I grew up next door to my grandparent’s dairy farm. We lived
in a valley with foot hills in the distance. A tree...
When You Need a Clothing Rack to Hide In
As a concerned parent and an employee of a school district, I take a very strong stance on bullying. My reasons are...
When Moms Know More than Doctors
Let's be honest here. We all know a parent who believes every little thing their child tells them. They refuse to entertain...
Awkward Family Photo
I grew up in a small farming community. Financially, my family was on a tight budget. Having family portraits taken was a...
Cone Heads Ice Cream and the Famous Family Fart
My family has quite a collection of funny vacation stories. However, most of our stories revolve around another family we used to...
Don’t Feed the Birds
Growing up, my family vacationed almost every summer with another couple and their son. The husband, who we call Mr. S, was...
Back to School Jitters
I sent my beautiful daughters off to school today. This is
the one day of the year that usually brings me to my...
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Car Conversations with my Daughters
I’m smiling to myself as I drive, humming along to the radio as my daughters are proudly singing from the back seat....
