small success

1. Last week I talked about how I had learned better how to let go and let it be. But sometimes, bound by conscience, you gotta make your case. And then retreat and let everyone else follow their own consciences. … Read the rest

1. For the second time in my life, I found myself sitting with my sister, in a hospital waiting room, watching families leave as surgeons came in to talk to them about their loved ones. The first time was in … Read the rest

1. Calvin’s girlfriend. Calvin’s girlfriend and I did not start out on the right foot. Part of that was Calvin’s fault. At his youthful age of 17 he portrayed us as the overprotective, religiously zealous parents that were trying to … Read the rest

This is another small weekly meme to keep us moms motivated. 

It’s important for moms to recognize that all the small successes in our days can add up to one big triumph. So on Thursday of each week, we’ll do … Read the rest