parenting – OK With Change

Cold food

via Instagram http://ift.tt/1mSZ7HX Nothin like eating dinner by yourself at 9:30.

We all know our mothers are awesome. They are special to each of us. My mom is a saint, really. She has always been selfless even as mommy standards go. She loved being needed and still does. She is a special, beautiful person for it. Especially when you consider that she had to put upContinue reading “A Mother’s Need to be Needed”

Luckiest Mom, My Hero

via Instagram http://ift.tt/1nF5860 This amazing helper, my hero, had the whole car packed with groceries, while I changed a diaper in the front seat. Saw a woman chuckling as she drove off. We shared a knowing look that yes, I have a very special boy. #proudmama #parenting #lovethisboy #oldsoul #luckiestmom

Wise-crack Wednesday: Read on for a good laugh

I have not watched Breaking Bad. I know enough though. I know the premise and some of the characters. After this week’s Emmy winnings, it’s hard not to want to see it, I admit. But I can still appreciate the humor of this post by an amazingly powerful writer and down-to-earth mom. http://momastery.com/blog/2014/08/25/see-no-jesse/ It’s possibleContinue reading “Wise-crack Wednesday: Read on for a good laugh”

Baby Steps Toward Change

The week we finally have a pattern emerging, we are facing the big upset of back to school! I tell ya, never say things should stay just like this, because they can’t. There’s too much around us changing. I’m still committing to make more of the good change happen than let other stuff get usContinue reading “Baby Steps Toward Change”

Helping Others

Made a special blend today for a new friend in need of some hormone help for her very young teenage daughter. Really hoping she feels better soon. I know just what it’s like to have a sick kid and feel completely helpless. I don’t want any parent to feel that way if I can helpContinue reading “Helping Others”