The Last Word
Mother-daughter relationships have been complicated since the dawn of time and mine is no exception. Given our complex 18-year history, I assumed that when she embarked on her new life as a college freshman, she [Read More]
Article Category: Family Relationships
The Power of Sibling Bonds
Growing up with a sibling means forever having a built-in best friend who helps make navigating the younger years, the teen years, and even the adult years a little easier. This relationship proves to be [Read More]
4 Tips for Dating Your Spouse
In the month of February, all of the shelves at Target are full of Valentine’s Day decor and gifts, and many couples find themselves searching for ways to reignite the spark in their relationship. For [Read More]
Father-Daughter Bonds: How Our Dads Shape Our Lives
The new year often leads to much reflecting– most often on how you spent your time, money, and energy in the year before. But rarely do sons and daughters reflect on and honor the time, [Read More]
The Healing Science of Hugging Your Kids
“I’m a hugger!” Someone who just met you might say. They open their arms wide and take you in. Some of us like this, some of us don’t. But whichever side you’re on, it’s true [Read More]
How To Create Holiday Traditions That Will Last Generations
I’d be willing to bet that you have a handful of holiday traditions you’re excited about every year. Maybe it’s piling in a car with your close friends to drive around looking at neighbors’ extravagant [Read More]
9 Ways to Create Lasting Bonds with Grandparents through Books
Finding time to bond with your grandchildren can be challenging, especially if you live far away. That’s why I’ve made it a point to make the most of our special time together in the simplest, [Read More]
How My Kids Will Know the Grandmother They’ll Never Meet
“Mama, it’s not fair that I won’t ever get to meet Grandma Kate.” This comment from my second grader punctures me right in the heart. My mother passed away several years before my children were [Read More]
The Love and Support of Family
Born with health challenges that required a triple organ transplant, Samantha was placed into foster care as an infant due to medical neglect. Her biological family was unable to care for her complex needs. And [Read More]
Childproofing Your Home, Making Sure Window Shades are Safe
While lots of areas for childproofing are common sense for most parents, like putting child gates at the top of your stairs, hiding away hazardous chemicals like bleach, and securing heavy furniture to the walls [Read More]