I’ve always defined the word “scar” as the visible mark left by a wound or injury. But the dictionary defines it as “the mark...
OK, so I'm taking a risk here.
I'm about to to tell you all how I really feel about breastfeeding, and I know that...
My eldest daughter turned eight last month.
For me, it has been the most bittersweet birthday yet. Not because this birthday marked the end...
I knew today was my day to post something but to be honest with you I had no idea what to write about. I’m...
There are so many wonderful, beautiful, life-changing reasons to have kids.
But there are quite a few "bonus" reasons for having kids around, too. Whether...
Look, I am no financial expert. My husband hasn't worked at a for-profit organization since his teenage days in the Wal-Mart technology department. He...
One of the hardest times for me as a parent was the year that my son was diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder.
It...
Years ago I sat across the table from a mom at a parent/teacher conference chatting away about how her daughter Bella* was doing in kindergarten.
We...
As Thanksgiving nears I can’t help but feel nostalgic. The feelings of gratefulness, thankfulness, and pride are smothering (in a good way).
As a Mother...
When it comes to spirituality, I consider myself a “Jill of all Trades.” I was raised Methodist, am the daughter of a Catholic Deacon,...
It’s been scientifically proven that reading to babies at early ages encourages cognitive and language development. It is never too soon to start reading...
In July, my family moved from Vermont to South Carolina. You can read about our journey. To summarize: my family was priced out of...
There are times in my day when I encounter people for one reason or another that make me utter under my breath the words...
Growing up, my family's dining room table was a place for dad to store his work documents or a month’s worth of mail. I...
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The UVM Men’s Soccer National Championship Matters to Vermont Families
Late into the evening on Monday, December 16, I lay in bed while my three kids were asleep, watching the Men’s National Collegiate Soccer...
