“Life is worth living as long as there’s a laugh in it.” ~ L.M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables Biggest thing this month: Lindsey’s wedding and having ALL the kids and grandkids here visiting! This photo is my favorite ever of our crazy family. happenings & homeschooling It was a lot of work getting ready […]
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Life lately: May highlights
“Just living is not enough… one must have sunshine, freedom, and a little flower.” ~ Hans Christian Andersen May is the month of an explosion of hydrangeas in my backyard. I have pink, purple, and blue — and they make me all kinds of happy! happenings & homeschooling Sea turtle season has kicked off, and […]
Parenting boys: looking ahead (and back) at the teen years
My first foray into parenting a boy was when I became stepmom to a teen already significantly taller than me. He drummed on everything (EVERYTHING) and could fall asleep anywhere (gets that from his dad), but has always been a likeable guy. He didn’t fit any of the negative expectations our culture tries to pin on […]
Truths your teenage sons need to know
This is a guest post from my good friend Barrett, author, speaker, and family man. He and Jenifer have five kids ranging from elementary-schooler to married-with-children, so they have loads of parenting experience but they’re still in the trenches right along with us. My boys are quickly becoming men. Sadly, I have to confess that […]
Life lately: April highlights
“It takes no more time to see the good side of life than it takes to see the bad.” Jimmy Buffett This month, Ken ran his first 10K. That’s his longest race ever, and he even did it in this straw hat! One of the most fun things about this race is seeing all the […]
Life lately: March highlights
“May the wings of the butterfly kiss the sun And find your shoulder to light on, To bring you luck, happiness and riches Today, tomorrow and beyond.” ~Irish blessing I’d love to know what my grandbaby girl Khloe thinks when her mommy puts giant bows and butterfly wings on her head. 😉 I did week-end […]