Seven ways to stay close to your college-aged kids
As my twin sons, Andrew and Jordan, start their second year of college, I am sitting here, expressing a prayer of gratitude for the closeness we share. I remember when I left for college. My newly gifted Honda Civic was…
Ordinary Life Inspiration: 4 reasons I wish I was Oprah (sometimes)
“I bet they wouldn’t treat me like this if I was Oprah.” That’s what I’ve been thinking a LOT lately. I’m climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro on June 26th and fundraising for several charities. As a result, I’ve been doing a lot…
Six ways to handle emotional triggers: Release to take control
Good things come in small packages? Normally my trips to the mailbox are predictable. This day was different. Buried in the assortment of catalogues, spring landscaping coupons and paper bills and statements, was a curious business envelope, missing a return…
I can’t deal with her crying! FIVE DARES for Strong Women and their Communication Issues
I am a loud mouth. A strong, broad-shouldered (in my head, anyway), arguing, bantering, debating woman. I don’t mind asking for more towels, raising funding for my television show or thinking on my feet. I LOVE getting up in front…