Who knew that when we got divorced, we would have to implement an emergency plan? I certainly didn't! I am very lucky that both me and my Ex are in alignment with handling emergencies. We keep a low profile, keep Mina in the house, and limit our outings. I think flexibility is the key when …
Natural Parenting
WTF Wednesday: The “As Is” section
If you think of the “As Is” section of a store, it is filled with merchandise that may be dented, broken, and left unloved in a corner because it isn’t perfect enough. I was having a conversation tonight with a friend about how some parents can’t seem to love their children “As Is.” We are …
Collect Moments, Not Things
Christmas is coming and the rush has begun to begin buying. More and more I want to buy less and less for the girls. Years from now will they really remember that doll or that game? What I want are memories. I want them to have a collection of memories and moments that will always be theirs no …
Welcome to Wonderland
“Lastly, she pictured to herself how this same little sister of hers would, in the after-time, be herself a grown woman; and how she would keep, through all her riper years, the simple and loving heart of her childhood: and how she would gather about her other little children, and make their eyes …
Invisible
As a Single Mom, I record Mina's life in pictures and videos. When I look back through the years of pictures, I notice that there are few candid pictures which include me. I am that silent presence taking pictures, but there isn't someone there to capture those mother/daughter moments that so many …