My Non-Bonded Twins

As the author of two books about raising twins, I hear numerous stories about the special connection between twins. Although researchers have yet to … [Read more...]

In His Presence

We had endured almost two weeks of the frigid weather conditions of Kazakhstan. We were halfway around the world during the Christmas and New Year … [Read more...]

How to Sleep Your Way Through Parenthood

photo credit: lemoncat1 I am here to tell you that there truly is a light at the end of the tunnel. When you have children, it's just harder to see … [Read more...]

Craft for Kids: Bead a Bracelet

Name bracelets are a fun, simple craft for kids to make and wear. It doesn’t require a lot of time or items to purchase. All you’ll need is some … [Read more...]

One Moment

     I recently had the pleasure of meeting a very seasoned “special couple” They have a daughter in her thirties who is profoundly deaf. They poured … [Read more...]

When Did Kindergartener’s Get so Smart?

photo credit: dengski When my daughter was five years old she asked me if she could eat the snow. "Sure you can," I said as I threw a shovel full of … [Read more...]

Every Day is Good Some Days are Better

photo credit: cotaro70s By: Cheryl Butler We have a motto around our house—“Every day is good, some days are better” which my husband initiated … [Read more...]

Uncool Mom

photo credit: DeaPeaJay I have some troubling news - I'm no longer cool. My awesome card has been reluctantly confiscated by my daughter. … [Read more...]

Tips For Making Your Own Easter Baskets

photo credit: JCKham There use to be a time when buying Easter baskets was affordable. Now, it seems, everything but the kitchen sink is included, … [Read more...]

The Report Card

One sweltering afternoon, on our way home from preschool, my daughter fished furiously through her princess backpack and hooked a small yellow … [Read more...]