I was recently inspired to write an article about something that could make a quick difference to my readers. I spent some time thinking about something simple that anyone could do that would … Continue Reading
Category Archives: Parenting
The Traumatic Life of a Betta with a 3-Year-Old
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B (the betta) escaped trauma a few nights ago because after giving my three-year-old his allergy medicine, he put it in his mouth, then bit off a piece and ran to B’s tank to drop it in and “feed” him. … Continue Reading
Ep. 009: Mending Relationships with Blythe Daniel and Dr. Helen McIntosh
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In today’s episode, co-authors and mother-daughter duo, Dr. Helen McIntosh and Blythe Daniel share about their book, Mended. Mended walks readers through the steps to reconciliation and includes specific conversations that guide mothers and daughters towards openness, grace-filled confrontation, … Continue Reading
“Can I Pleeeease???”
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During bath time, my 3 year old asked for the plastic cup I’d used to rinse his hair. I found myself telling him no because he was more tired than usual, and … Continue Reading
Oh, Lord…
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Oh, Lord…
This past week, my oldest son was a bit sick, so he was horribly grouchy with me. He fought naps, screamed at me and tried to hit and kick me frequently. … Continue Reading
The grass is always greener…
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The grass is always greener… in a well-manicured lawn. No, really, how do you think it became so green? It’s easy to look at other couples or families and think, “wow, they have … Continue Reading
What do you expect?
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As a therapist, I have found myself on many occasions discussing some of the reasons why clients experience problematic symptoms of depression, anxiety, and anger. Through those many discussions, it has become … Continue Reading
The Biggest Mistake Christians Make
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Recently, I have been struggling with feeling very discouraged about all the trending topics in social media and the news. I see posts and comments daily criticizing Christians for our faith. We are frequently villainized and our opinions are … Continue Reading
#shoutyourabortion or #embracethejourney
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When I was pregnant with my twins, I remarked that I felt like a walking pro-life billboard. My daughter had been given a fatal diagnosis and the remaining four months of the pregnancy were an emotional roller coaster.
Depending … Continue Reading
Maranomi – The New Normal
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![Maranomi: The story of Paxton Cole and Carys Rainn by [Keri Kitchen, Aaron Kitchen]](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51DRPccFfrL.jpg)
Saturday, August 27, 2011
The New Normal
There is no word for this. There is no word for this beautifully excruciating state of being, in which a parent has been separated from her child by death. There is … Continue Reading