Rituals. The mundane moments that mean the most
Every morning we do this thing. My daughter plops down on my lap while I sip my morning coffee. Today, was no different. My daughter asked the rhetorical question asked every morning, “Mom, will you...
Let’s make horseshoes instead of circles
It was a new neighborhood, a new school, and I had the new kids. We nervously arrived on the first day of school, immediately passing a group of chattering moms taking photos of their kids...
To the new parents of a child who has hearing loss
To the new parents of a child diagnosed with hearing loss, I know how you are feeling. I have been there. And I am here to tell you-It is going to be OK....
I Get To Do This
Today started unusually chaotic and rushed. The kids slept in since they’d been up late all week trying to catch up on middle school stuff. As we all buzzed around the house, looking for this,...
Boys Will Be Boys
Boys will be empathetic. Boys will be kind. Boys will be brave. Boys will be good listeners. Boys will be intelligent. Boys will be love. Boys will be good friends. Boys will be good brothers....
This is 12
My wish for you, daughter, May you always see the beauty in nature: oceans, trees, and mountains. May you always know your body is a temple, designed perfectly and beautifully....
Kids, I Want You to Know These Things
A Few Things I Want To Share With My Kids As They Head Back To School. Find strength in your gifts and humility in your weaknesses. Choose being courageous over being perfect....
The Bloody Car Line
It’s petty. I know. But. For. Gosh. Darn. Sake. (Trust me. I could say it differently, but there are children present, after all). I digress. What is so hard about it? The car line....
To The Parent in the Trenches of Hearing Loss
When did this happen? I swear it was literally yesterday. They were in diapers and cribs and highchairs and nursing and eating rice cereal. I carried a super cute diaper bag, and my shirt was...
A Good Dad Teaches His Daughter What Right Looks Like
Dads can arguably be the most important man in a girl’s life. Through him, she will learn what right looks like. And a good Dad usually will do these things. A good Dad will send...
Dear Daughter As You Move On To Middle School
There are a few things I want to share with my daughter about this strangely awesome rollercoaster ride she’s about to take called middle school. Wear a bra. Otherwise known as an over-the-shoulder-boulder-holder. ...
Ten Awesome Things About Getting Older
Ten Awesome Things About Getting Older: 1. You no longer care what people think. You own your style, your flaws, your awesomeness. Cuz you ain’t got time for no janky nonsense....
Transition. What really happens after military deployment homecoming
The post-deployment story I have yet to tell. because…If you rip the band-aid off you will find it is still raw underneath. Even though I know how the game is played, being on the roster...
Life Lessons Learned Through Playing Sports
Working hard; eating humble pie; and embracing the suck… Here are a few things about life playing sports can teach:...
What Dogs Can Teach Us
Three years ago after my family’s full-court-press begging and pleading, we adopted our pup. And she was worth the wait. Our dog has taught us: Love is unconditional. And bonding is important....