Dear Mom and Dad, I Wish I Could Hug You Right Now
My kids stood by in anticipation while the familiar sound of the FaceTime dial rang through the kitchen. My mom—with her…
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My Parents Made My Life Easier—And I’m Doing the Same For My Kids
My parents have been making life easier for me my whole life. And given the chance, I intend to do the same for their grandchildren. Not easy. My…
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High School Coach Resigns Due to Parental Politics—And It’s Time To Say Something Out Loud
After just a few months into her position as the head volleyball coach at Amarillo High School in Texas’ panhandle, Kori Clements has announced her…
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To the Mama With Toxic Parents, I See You
You hear a lot about grief, but not all grief is associated with death. Today as I sit here wondering if I’m going to have the courage to put my…
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If Your Kids and Your Parents Depend On You, You Might Be in the Sandwich Generation
I see you, I do. Trying to balance everything on those shoulders. You carry it so well. No one would ever guess your daily struggles. It’s because…
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My Parents Are Aging and I Worry
I woke suddenly in the wee hours of the morning, unsure if it was the pounding thunder that had startled me awake or the pounding of my heart. I sat…
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Calling All Exhausted Parents During the Month of May: Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff
OK friends, it’s May . . . the month where it traditionally all goes down the tubes. And I’m here to give you permission to tell all the c-r-a-p…
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Dear Youth Sports Parents: Our Kids Need Us to do Better
The words disgusted me when I read them: “I waited for you after the game, but no show. Probably a good thing for you! I will see you someday.”…
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It’s Hard Being a Mom When You Don’t Have Your Own Mother to Lean On
Can a mother really be your best friend? I have friends and family members who claim it is possible. At the very least, they consider their moms to…
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Dear Parents, This is What Your Teenagers Need You to Know About These Tough Years
After 38 years and with infinite humility, I am packing up my therapist’s shingle. I’m not mentioning this to garner fanfare nor kudos.…
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