Things We Don’t Talk About Enough With Our Parents Conversations with parents change as we get older. Some topics feel harder to bring up, especially when they deal with aging, illness, or end-of-life matters. There’s a quiet hesitation in many families, a sense that certain things will sort themselves out when the time comes. But…
Things We Don’t Talk About Enough With Our Parents
Celebrating Earth Day: Fun Activities for the Whole Family
Happy Earth Day, friends! Every April 22nd, we celebrate this beautiful planet we call home. As a mom, Earth Day is a great opportunity to teach my kids the importance of taking care of the environment. It doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive; just a few simple activities can spark a lifelong love of…
How to Support a Spouse Through Whiplash & Trauma
When your spouse is hurting either physically, emotionally, or both, it can feel like your entire world has shifted. Whether from a car accident, sports injury, or sudden trauma, whiplash and psychological wounds don’t just affect the individual. How to Support a Spouse Through Whiplash & Trauma They ripple through relationships, too. Supporting a partner…
Smart Travel Tips for Big Groups Heading Somewhere New
Smart Travel Tips for Big Groups Heading Somewhere New Traveling with a big group can be exciting, but it also comes with unique challenges. Coordinating schedules and preferences isn’t always easy. Group trips require extra planning, from booking transportation to finding meals everyone enjoys. Preparation makes a difference, whether it’s family, friends, or colleagues. This…
Keeping Your Child Safe with the Latest Car Seat Laws
Keeping Your Child Safe with the Latest Car Seat Laws Child safety in vehicles is a serious concern, with car crashes remaining a leading cause of death for children in the United States. CBS News highlights that parents consider their children as precious cargo when driving and try to ensure car seat safety. However, 90%…
Remembering Life: Saying Goodbye to Grandma
Remembering Life I’ve known this woman for over 20 years. I still remember the way she welcomed me with open arms when I first met her while dating Demo. When Demo and I moved in together, she became a constant in my life. Holidays, birthdays, ordinary days—she was there. And when I became a mother,…