Parenting insights

What do we need to not only survive, but thrive?

A few weeks ago I was invited to chat with Dr.

Apr 5, 2022 •

Miracles That Take Too Long

Certain aspects of parenting can leave me depressed, angry, worried, and afraid.

Dec 11, 2019 •

How to Not Be Hurting People Who Hurt People

“The way you treat them in the first two weeks will dictate your relationship.” The home stay coordinator was talking to us about setting up proper…

Oct 19, 2018 •

Why I’m Celebrating the College Drop-off*

Well, we did it.

Aug 18, 2017 •

Raising Teenagers

This week my oldest turns 16.

Jul 22, 2015 •

It Doesn’t Have to be Itsy Bitsy

Swimsuit season is upon us (or if you live in a perpetually warm place like me, it’s always with us).

May 13, 2014 •

Letter to My Daughter on Report Card Day

My daughter sulked through the front door and laid the tell-tale manila envelope on my desk with such a huff that it seemed she was thoroughly deflated.

Mar 26, 2014 •

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