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When your child does everything the hard way
So, to all of the moms of all of the difficult children out there: It will probably never be easy. But it will always be worth it.
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Mother’s Day and Special Needs Parenting
As a special needs mom on Mother's Day, I feel full of joy and hope. Though I do not always know where this journey is taking us, I do know all things are…
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How to potty train a boy in 2-years-and-counting without losing your mind
I thought I would share some advice from a been-there-rocked-that-(NOT) mom who obviously knows the BEST way to potty train a child.
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I’m not lazy. I’m a “real mom” with Chronic Fatigue
I don’t really want this to be my reality. But it is, so I am trying to rest in grace while trying to navigate mothering through my limitations and feel less alone in…
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I felt like a good mom today
Today I just felt so glad to be Ezra's mommy. And I haven't felt that way in a really long time.
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when you’re “tired of being a good mother” and “weary in well-doing”
Dear weary one who is too tired to keep doing this mothering thing: You are a good mom.
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Second-guessing #whitespace
You know what's hard? When Mommy needs whitespace but the boy just needs Mommy - and lots of Mommy. This morning, I choose the boy.
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Friendships between single and married women: some practical advice
Friendships between single and married women: some practical advice for married women, single women, and churches.
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Dear Tired Moms: You’re Not Alone {An Open Letter}
I wish I could send you free babysitters, mentors, a nap, patience, grace, hope, and some coffee all wrapped up in a flat-rate box.
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Dear Moms at Christmastime ~Love, a mom who “doesn’t do Santa”
How I celebrate Christmas with my family might look different than how you celebrate Christmas with your family. And that's okay.