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This Simple Life is All I Ever Wanted

All I ever wanted was a simple life. I could make a list of the things I dreamed of. A husband who loves me. Children I adore. A church where…

My mom couldn’t stand in a checkout line without striking up a conversation with someone around her. She was a people person, had a penchant for…

Let me tell you something about HER. You know the one. The mom behind you in school drop off. Boss babe goals, mother of three who looks like…

Nothing makes you appreciate life more than death. I was still reeling from the loss of my dad when one of my closest friends passed away. I still…

For years, I have seen a quote floating around social media. Shared over and over and over again. A post I have a really difficult time “liking”…

Pssst . . . hey, you. Yes—you. The one who is working and striving and trying to be everything to everybody— Can I let you in on a secret? It’s…

Not long ago my youngest son asked me, “What do you hope I’ll be when I grow up?” My first reaction was to say what I’ve said before when my…

“Why do you need to go to therapy? You seem so happy! What do you even talk about there?” When seeing a therapist comes up in conversation, I am…

Let’s talk about marriage. My husband and I are approaching our 15th anniversary. He’s still my best friend. I’m still his confidante. We…

I opened my eyes, instantly awake and yet not sure where I was. “Mom, you fell asleep on the couch again. What’s for dinner?” Dinner. How can a…