Happy Camper
Last summer I sent my firstborn to an overnight camp for the first time. This was a big step of faith for me. I really don’t think I’m a “helicopter mom,” but I think we can all agree that dropping…
Busy, Busy, Busy
I am currently in the midst of what tends to be an incredibly busy time of year for my family. Within a four-month period, we celebrate all three of my children’s birthdays, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. We also experience the busyness…
Separation: Anxiety or Just Variety?
I just finished a week of separation from my three children. One went to her first overnight camp, and the other two spent the week with their grandparents. There were mixed emotions during this time, for sure. I mean, I…
Not According to Plan
It was the first time in my then-nine years of motherhood that all of my children were to have ongoing scheduled activities, of which I was not to be a part. Honestly, this was pretty exciting to me. Now that…
