Tag: adult children

• The Numbers are Dwindling

  

  Yes, I’m dramatic and yes, I know some moms are thrilled to get to the empty nest. However, I’m not one of them. Believe it or not I think that might be the blessing of a bigger family.   Too Aware of Time You’d think it would be the opposite. You’d think after raising six […]

  Melissa

  September 2, 2021

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• Less Pressure. More Oreos.

  

  Something struck me as funny last night, as I was hurrying my children out of the house and into the minivan. I thought…..I’m not as good as I used to be. Yet, I also think I am better. We were heading for the school Christmas program. My 13 year old son wore his shirt untucked, […]

  Melissa

  December 19, 2019

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• Be Careful

  

  My morning started with a bang, literally, as the garage door hit the front of my car on its way down. My son was in the driver’s seat and all I could muster out of my very sleepy mouth was, “Careful!” In his defense…careful of what? The poor guy probably felt helpless trying to assess […]

  Melissa

  November 26, 2019

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• Winter Butt

  

  I want to eat healthy. I really do. But right now, as I sit here writing, I want a snack. Being the great mom I am, I made these yummy things, because I love the squeals of joy when the kids walk in after school. Being the stupid mom I am, I thought I could […]

  Melissa

  April 11, 2019

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