I’ll Send You off with a Million Prayers
I think one of the hardest things about launching your big kids is wondering what baggage they will take with…
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I think one of the hardest things about launching your big kids is wondering what baggage they will take with…
Continue ReadingThere is a pain that hides behind the eyes of the mom of a rebellious teen. A weariness from worry.…
Continue ReadingMy firstborn son is a senior in high school this year. I don’t even know how I feel about that.…
Continue ReadingThe following six ways to nurture relationships with your teens are a good reminder to me and hopefully you. We…
Continue ReadingI received the call at 8 p.m. My 16-year-old son’s name flashed across the screen. What I am about to…
Continue ReadingMy parents recently decided it was finally time to clean out my childhood bedroom and bathroom after over a decade…
Continue ReadingMy son got a haircut today, and when he got up from the stylist’s chair I almost cried. The stylist…
Continue ReadingThe day my son turned 15, I was overcome by fear and anxiety. An impending doom like a little, black,…
Continue ReadingMemory ghosts dance in the periphery of my mind. Even though three weeks have passed since I dropped her off—my…
Continue ReadingA few weeks ago I ran away and I brought my family with me. It’s become my favorite thing to…
Continue ReadingIt sounds trite to say it, but I am not sure how we got here. It seems so short and…
Continue ReadingTrigger warning: abuse and self-harm mentioned. Dear sweet girl, I know you don't want to be seen but I see…
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