Our home is a hive of activity these days. Many of you can relate, I’m sure. The alarm sounds. Coffee. Quiet time. Exercise. Kids up. Breakfast. Work. School. Appointments. Diapers. Lunch. Naps. ... Read More about When the To-Do List Can Wait
When You’re Waiting for New Life
If you’ve been awake at all this winter, you probably know that snow has buried the northern parts of the country. For those of us in the northeast, particularly my friends in the Poconos, this is not ... Read More about When You’re Waiting for New Life
Lessons from a Prophet-Preacher: What I’ve Learned from Dr. MLK
Today marks the 50th anniversary since the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. I wish I could have met this courageous truth-teller and humble follower of The Way. As a sassy 6 ... Read More about Lessons from a Prophet-Preacher: What I’ve Learned from Dr. MLK
A Letter to Sam on World Down Syndrome Day 2018
Dear Sam, Happy World Down Syndrome Day, buddy! I am thrilled to celebrate you and raise awareness for those with Down syndrome. I'm so thankful to walk through life with you and connect with so ... Read More about A Letter to Sam on World Down Syndrome Day 2018
Free Advice from a 40-Year Old
I bid farewell to my 30’s last week. Some good-byes are difficult but not this one. I have a new sense of freedom as I celebrate another year of life. A friend recently asked me, "What ... Read More about Free Advice from a 40-Year Old
When It’s Hard to Love Our Neighbors
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![When I think back to the early months of motherhood, those bleary-eyed, overwhelming days (nights?) of colic and learning the needs of my first born, I can hardly believe we're here.
The toddler who traipsed around in Huggies and heels, singing made-up tunes and chatting with her hilarious imaginary friend, Lackey, outgrew my heels two years ago. And for the past year, I've been looking up to her--literally.
The longer I parent, the more I discover this gift to be one long, winding road of learning to let go. From the moment she said, "My do it, Mommy," I knew we had begun to leave the days of her tiny hand snuggled in mine.
And while I know these seasons of greater independence are part of her journey, I'm still surprised when they arrive with another milestone at my door, another invitation to release. Some days I ache to hold on just a little longer.
Happy 17th, Sissy.
You're a gift to our home, to your friends, to this aching world.
[ID: A white teen girl with brown hair in 2 braids, wearing black leggings and a black hoodie, is walking in the woods. Sun beams are coming through the trees as she walks away from the camera.]
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