Dear College Friends, Whether you are attending a four-year university, or commuting to a junior college, whether you are living on campus or saving money at home, today I write to you, as you are fresh on my heart. You, who have much societal and personal pressure to achieve, surpass, do, do, do. You, who have huge dreams and passions …
GRIEF JOURNEY: Stepping out of the shade
Here’s the deal.
Grief sucks. And the anniversary of a loved one’s passing doesn’t wave a magic wand making sadness and pain disappear.
April 2nd was Dad’s 1st anniversary.
Surviving the muddiest and most eye-opening year was no small feat, yet I’m glad the annual “firsts” are behind.
On the night of his anniversary, apparently a train ran over me because in the morning blankets had sucked me further under the covers, and chilly air tempted me to stay in jammies and drink mint tea all.day.long. At dawn, I didn’t want to get out and help little boys brush teeth, put their shoes on, or find backpacks.
Mana’s Chocolate Dipped Peppermint Oreos ~ A Family Tradition & Recipe
My friend Lindsay recently moved into a charming neighborhood lined with large trees and {for the most part} friendly neighbors. She is intentional at heart and asked, What do you do for your neighbors at Christmas?
I smiled because she knows I’m a little crazy about creating traditions- I live for embracing everyday moments and transforming them into family memories year after year. Especially when it comes to Christmas.
Shopping for Giving Tree Gifts
As a parent, I struggle during the Christmas season with the balance of celebrating Jesus’ birthday, and encouraging my boys to bask in the wonder of presents and stockings. That fine balance of gently reminding our children that the reason we have Christmas is because Jesus was born, and the reason we give and get gifts is really to throw our …