Having 5 children of our own and many foster children over the years, we are huge fans of LEGOS! Legos are fabulous! Legos are awesome toys! Legos Continue Reading
When Your Messes Are Too Ugly to Share
A Stock-Photo Mess A couple days ago I was scrolling through Instagram and came across a photo similar to this one: A blogger shared a photo of Continue Reading
15 Oustanding Ideas for the Best Thanksgiving Ever
Thanksgiving is a fantastic holiday. I enjoy the time with family that does not yet involve the stress and "stuff" focus of gift giving. I appreciate Continue Reading
What I Wish You Could See About My “Bad” Kids
Yesterday my 11 year old son tested for his green belt in Tae Kwon Do. He's been waiting for this. He's been ready to test for quite some time, but Continue Reading
Cinnamon Pumpkin Waffles
Cinnamon Pumpkin Waffles Nothing says "fall" like pumpkin, and these Cinnamon Pumpkin Waffles are no exception. Our family loves pancakes and Continue Reading
Why You Need More Mental Flexibility
What is Mental Flexibility? While physical flexibility is the ability to stretch and bend without injury, mental flexibility is the ability to switch Continue Reading
What You Need to Know about Postpartum Depression
What You Need to Know About Postpartum Depression From Someone Who Has Been There I've been through the postpartum experience 21 times. Yes, Continue Reading
Top 5 Offbeat I’m Depressed and Nothing’s Gonna Stop Me Now Movies
Top 5 Offbeat I'm Depressed and Nothing's Gonna Stop Me Now Movies by Jeff Marshall In my last blog, I gave you some suggestions of movies I use to Continue Reading
Do You Have Angry Depression?
Do you struggle with angry depression? Keep reading to find out and practical ways to manage it. The Day I Didn't Get Out of Bed One morning this Continue Reading
Q & A with a Therapist about Depression
Q & A with a Therapist about Depression by Kathy Wyant What is the difference between depression and ongoing sadness? Kathy: Sadness or Continue Reading
10 Simple Ways to Bring Creativity to Your Life
10 Simple Ways to Bring Creativity to Your Life A few months ago while going through some childhood possessions my mom had kept, I came upon my Continue Reading
For Parents of a Teen Who Had a Near Miss
For Parents of a Teen Who Had a Near Miss What is a near miss with a teen? A near miss is a situation with a teen when his or her life was in danger, Continue Reading






















