Lord I’m running, trying to make a hundred…ninety-nine and a half won’t do…Granny’s got a goal, and she’s singing a new song to let the world know she is on a mission. This past weekend I spent some time with her in anticipation of her upcoming birthday. I arrived a few days before the big event and one of the first things she… Read More
Family
Are You A Helicopter Parent?
If you’re a helicopter parent, you’ve taken a bit of a beating lately. Your ever-present parenting style has come under fire, from college deans to corporate recruiters, and seemingly, everyone in between. They’re telling us that we’re doing too much, and screwing up our kids with all of our hovering. What, oh what, is a loving parent to… Read More
We All Can Make a Difference!
Did you know that October 24th was “Make a difference day”? Don’t feel bad, I didn’t know either. However, I do appreciate new knowledge and have decided to not wait until next year to celebrate that day. It is my belief that as we experience different things in life and explore our passions we start… Read More
In a Flash: Tuning In When Life Moves at Warp Speed
When life moves at warp speed, tune in to the life-building, stage-setting moments. It seems like only yesterday when I walked my little girl into kindergarten. At first, fingers tightly gripped mine, but quickly let go as the bubbly teacher began her masterful distraction so that all parents could make a stealth exit. Fighting back… Read More
Take a Stand
Domestic violence has recently been cast into the national spotlight due to recent charges filed against NFL players, resulting in suspensions and terminated contracts. These events have also brought a lot of attention and public discussion to the issue of domestic violence. However, domestic violence is far from a new topic of conversation, especially among… Read More
Will Your Home Going Be a Celebration?
This past week I had the pleasure of celebrating the home going of Mrs. Minnie Hawthorne-Ewing, the Mom of one of my closest friends, Cheryl. It’s strange, I know, for me to describe attending what most call a “funeral” as a pleasure. After all, none of us enjoy losing the people we love. But when… Read More