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Readers' Favorite Mother's Day Memories

Readers’ Favorite Mother’s Day Memories

I have to admit, I was a little surprised by the near complete silence that came in response to my request for favorite Mother’s Day memories. I couldn’t figure out what was going on, so I went to the place we all go to when looking for feedback: Facebook.
Mother At Heart

Mother At Heart

Motherhood truly knows no bounds. Enjoy this touching story of a special relationship between an adoptive mother and a vivacious young teenager.
Wishes

Wishes

DIY expert and blogger Ana White tells a charming story about being careful what you wish for...
Catching Children in Quiet Moments

Catching Children in Quiet Moments

I love catching my children in quiet moments, showing affection for one another. It’s a moment I will never forget, and I hope they will remember as well.
Discovering the 4 to 1 P.T. Cruiser

Discovering the 4 to 1 P.T. Cruiser

I’m always looking for ways to improve, so I took on a challenge. “Make your home life better. Make a special effort to refrain from judging or criticizing, and watch for positive qualities." This new formula was so powerful- it changed the atmosphere of our home.
Top 5 Articles of February 2012

Top 5 Articles of February 2012

Counting down from 5 to 1, here are February 2012′s 5 most popular articles. If you missed them, take a moment to check them out!
A Different Perspective

A Different Perspective

My husband and I tried for several years to have a third child. During those years of infertility treatments, I questioned why I couldn’t get pregnant. I guess you could say I was given a new start as a mom, but with a new set of eyes.
Tough Love and the Helicopter Parent

Tough Love and the Helicopter Parent

Wanting to help our children succeed while avoiding pain and failure is the most natural thing in the world for a mother, right? So what’s the big deal?
Spiritual Sundays: Shoes

Spiritual Sundays: Shoes

My two year old Chase has a thing for shoes. Not only does he like the actual, physical shoes. He likes to throw shoes especially his sisters shoes. It was at this moment that I had a new understanding of the word prayer.
Are You Parenting The French Way?

Are You Parenting The French Way?

I had no idea. My husband and I are actually parenting like French parents. And it's working like a charm - so far at least.
Romance On Purpose

Romance On Purpose

Nine years and four pregnancies after our wedding, I was wondering if red hot romance was something reserved for vampire movies, people who have dated less than a month, or cologne ads. I found out the truth about a year ago. Romance is not an accident.
Book Summary: A Lantern in Her Hand

Book Summary: A Lantern in Her Hand

This novel is historical fiction, and it helped me realize how fortunate I am and how important it is to use my free time wisely. The other thing that really hit me after reading this was the impact of a mother's love.