Dear Son, Sorry I Suck at Playing Cars
“You take the blue one, and I’ll take this one,” my son shoves a little Hot Wheels in my hand…
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When He’s 15
When he's 15, you may find him texting heart emojis to a girl you’ve never heard him mention before. Curiously,…
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You’re Ready For School, My Child—But I Will Miss You Terribly
This morning I am packing lunches. Spreading almond butter and honey. Cutting up carrots. It’s the last week of our…
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Please Don’t Underestimate My Child With Special Needs
Our family of four and our dog decided, after years of research, to give away over 80 percent of our…
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Dear Kids, I Wish You Knew
I wish you knew that sometimes when the house is dark and quiet, I come in and watch you breathe…
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A Mother is Made in the Mess
A mother is made in the mess. A baby enters the world in a mix of blood, sweat, and tears.…
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Take Flight, Darling Boy
My Darling Boy, You heard me pray over you, asking God to help you succeed in your first day of…
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Dear Son, You Will Always Be My Little Boy
Dear Son, Today I wish I could go back. I wish I could go back and hold you as an…
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Dear First-Time Kindergarten Mom, Your Baby Is Ready
Dear first-time Kindergarten mom, I know the ache you’re feeling in your gut, and that lump in your throat you…
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Here’s to the Girl Who Knows Who She is and to Whom She Belongs
Here’s to the girl who is loud for she will loudly proclaim the goodness of God. Here’s to the girl…
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