We are days away from the school year ending, and man-oh-man are my kids ready — especially my 5th grader! GOODBYE, ELEMENTARY SCHOOL!
How did we get here so fast? I’m not ready. My 5th grader, however, is very much...
Full-circle moments often hit without warning and strip the breath right from our lungs. Let's jump to February 18, 2021, the day our daughter had to check out of school early because she was physically nauseous.
This day was what...
We had eight games this weekend — and about the same amount last weekend. Between two boys and three (or some seasons four) teams (with all-star or travel), it's a lot of baseball.
I love it.
I have always loved baseball,...
I never watched Gilmore Girls the first time it aired. It ran in 2000, right when I was graduating from college and was going through the ugly transition into the real world, getting a real job. I was too...
I still find nothing so sweet as the bond between boys and their mamas. But I'm realizing, as my oldest son finishes elementary school this spring, I may be running out of time with my little boy. There's that...
Staying in Jacksonville for spring break doesn't have to be a bore, especially with all the places you can explore! There are always things to do, places to go, and people to see in the Jacksonville area and beyond....
My daughter received a cell phone for her birthday the summer before 6th grade, and she’s currently in 7th grade. We set up protections on the phone, such as she can’t download apps without approval and have no access...
I already knew before writing this blog that I am not alone in the constant struggle to get my kids to wear warm clothing when it’s literally freezing out! But, please for the love of pearl, can someone explain...
The holiday season is upon us! With family and friends gathering to celebrate, it’s a time of merriment and cheer. However, for many high school students, this season can also be uncomfortable or even outright stressful, as well-meaning family...
I think my kids think I’m magic, but how can I blame them? I do seem to always make it happen — whatever IT is. This time of year, the “it” seems to be Halloween costumes. From last-minute festive...
A few weeks ago, I found myself back at a playground in our old neighborhood. My oldest son had a basketball game in the area, and I let my twins play on the playground while his team warmed up...
"Hey," I say as I lean toward a student in the front row, "Phones are not allowed in class, remember? Please put yours away."
"Hold on a sec," the student replies energetically, "I’m about to catch a Pokémon!"
"And, it’s a...