By Emaline Ashe We Gave Him Roots, Now He’s Ready to Fly
Collective memories from my son Aiden’s childhood are some of my most prized possessions. Reflecting on these memories is both…
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By Rebecca Wood Why I Pray My Kids Get Caught
The principal greeted me at the front door of his office and ushered me to a seat across from his…
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By Amy Martin I’ll Always Have More To Tell You
My newly driving 15-year-old grabbed his book bag and yelled, “Bye Mom!” on his way out the door. I managed…
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It’s the First and Last Year He’ll Be Wearing My Shoes
When did this happen? My son and I have the same shoe size. The last month, here in the Northeast,…
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By Crystal Fulmer Your Teenage Son Still Loves You—Just Differently
My eldest is turning sixteen in a little over three weeks. I still remember his hand in mine—up to the…
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To My Teen: I’m Still Here
Dear teenage son, I know there's a lot you don't say. There are weights you carry on your ever broadening…
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My Son, You Were More than Worth the Wait
About a year before my son was born, I’d given up the dream of becoming a parent. The road to…
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You’re Growing into a Man I Can Be Proud Of
It is a rare treat for me to enjoy time with my 14-year-old son—solo, or with my other son (he’s…
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Dear Mrs. Biesemeyer, The Assignment You Gave Your Class This Year Changed My Christmas
This year’s Holiday Hero Award goes to my son, Waylan’s, sixth-grade teacher, Mrs. Biesemeyer. I honestly could not pick her…
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By Kimberly Hale Three Little Words at Christmas
Christmas 2009 is a Christmas I will remember for the rest of my life. All because of three little words:…
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Life with Boys Is Wild and Sweet
There is not one day that wrestling doesn't take place—even during family pictures. Or ever one full day of a…
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I Cherish These Tender Moments with You, My Son
You gave me your first kiss this evening. It was a warm evening. September 9, 2024. Your brother was already…
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