Parents… When “YES” should really be “NO”

May I be totally honest with you? I hate saying “NO!” Everyday, I’m presented with exciting opportunities, needy relationships, and pressing engagements that tempt me to “come and follow.”  Activities and adventures that seem so much more fulfilling than my daily...

Does Anger Get the Best of You?

You know, before I had kids I didn’t even really know what it felt like to get angry! Before I had kids, I was definitely an even-tempered, go-with-the-flow, laid back kind of girl. What other people did just didn’t affect me and I really didn’t get too stirred up...

Toddlers…Tyrant or Terrific?

Does it seem like your toddlers are ruling the roost? If someone asked you who’s in charge would you have to stop and think about it? Is a demanding two-foot tall tyrant holding you hostage? I’ve been there! In fact, I think every mother of toddlers has been there and...