Parenting

Some moms, it seems, are always hands-on with their kids at all times. They are always present with them. They don’t seem to take time away from their kids to look at their phones, or to work on other...

In life, we are told we should be fair in parenting; we should make sure our kids know right from wrong and that they should expect consequences for poor behavior. I must admit I’m not the best at discipline. I...

Leslie Jordan’s sudden and tragic death on October 24 hit me hard as I know it did so many others. Especially Chattanoogans. Whether he was hunkered down here in his hometown tending to his mama during the early COVID-19...

It does take a village to raise kids! I am thankful for the wisdom of moms who have gone before, and who now have amazing, confident, manly sons. Sometimes I feel like the village idiot when it comes to...

I've really struggled with writing this post. On one hand, I want to be honest with those of you reading. I want you to know that you aren't alone. I want you to know that it's ok to talk...

Unsolved Mysteries is one of my favorite tv shows. I love the challenge of guessing outcomes and understanding the history behind events and legends. Mysteries engage our curiosity and desire to understand why things are the way they are....

We are almost a month into the new school year, and I’ve got a 6th grader who just started a new school. It might as well be a new country with its regulations, requirements, language, and leadership. I am...

It is back to school time! The smell of new crayons, opening a crisp notebook and color coordinating folders are some of my favorite things. I am super excited to start diving into new material with our 3 1/2...

If you are new to parenting or are excitedly planning your journey into your heart and head, I think it is best to know some things before you dive in. I believe one of the more challenging aspects of...

Is it just me or did this summer fly by? As a mom and teacher, I feel like the summers grow shorter every year. I will say though, by the time August rolls around, my crew is typically ready...