by Stephanie | Jan 16, 2014 | parenting
I once saw the biggest kid in my music class haul off and shove a sweet tiny little boy who was brand new to class. I’m not going to lie- it made my blood boil and my heart sink. Why was it always the most docile, not to mention diminutive, children who got hit,...
by Stephanie | Oct 21, 2013 | motherhood, parenting
Dear Izzy, You are seven years old now. When I look back at your first grade school picture, I can’t believe how different you look. Some years we can see subtle changes when we line up your photos, but this year you almost look like a different girl. Your baby...
by Stephanie | Jul 18, 2013 | family life, parenting
When I was in church as a kid, I learned how to laugh uncontrollably while miraculously avoiding detection and making absolutely no sound. I also learned how to discreetly pass notes and share private jokes while others around me were blissfully getting their worship...
by Stephanie | Apr 25, 2013 | family life
I feel passionately about the importance of children realizing that their mothers are more than just parents. I think it is part of my job as a mom to show my daughters that not only am I their mommy, but I am a whole person, too. It is essential for my own mental...
by Stephanie | Apr 22, 2013 | HerStories
I am so very excited to share today’s HerStories essay with you. Speaking of friendship, Kate Hall, of the hilarious and impeccably written blog, Can I Get Another Bottle of Whine?, was my very first “blog friend”. She is the first person to throw me...
