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Is your happiness dependent on your teen’s happiness? Here’s why I asked you this question. Last week, a mom told me with a big smile on her face, “I guess it’s time to go back to my recovery meeting.” I asked her, “Why?” She told......

Sometimes the answer is no. It has to be, if we are going to protect our teens. This is not the fun part of being a parent. There she is standing in front of you in her mature, grown-up body. She tells you she can......

I love the ocean. I enjoy the smell of the ocean, the song of the seagulls, and the sound of waves crashing upon the shore. Nothing feeds my soul like the ocean. Last week it was still warm, so I went to the beach. I......

Summer is starting to fade away, and the reality hits us. Another school year is upon us. For many mothers, the first day of school is a happy day. You get your time and space back. You can relax because you know your daughter is......

Can your son or daughter relax at your house? Is your teen comfortable with having friends over? Do you like being in your home? If you answered yes, you have a thriving home environment. A thriving home environment is key to having a happy, healthy,......

I remember when I was 8 months pregnant, an acquaintance came up to me and said, Is this your first? I said, “YES” in a happy voice. With a smirky grin, she said, “You just wait!!!!!!!!!” Several years ago someone asked me how old my......

I know there are moms who have been counting the days till their teen moves out of the house and goes to college. And may even feel giddy with excitement till they can push their teens out the door. But actually, it is rare that......

One of the most beautiful gifts innate to moms is the ability to please. We love our kids and want to see them happy. This desire to please is why we throw unforgettable birthday parties and go to great lengths to make our children feel......

Have you ever wondered if your teen was depressed? If you have, you’re not alone. New York Times released this in February of 2023: “Nearly three in five teenage girls felt persistent sadness in 2021, double the rate of boys, and one in three girls......

All moms experience weariness. The reason is that we are fighting the good fight for our family. We give and give and give. And often we don’t spend the necessary time replenishing all that we pour out onto those we care about. Often, this is......