Winks and Waves: Mothering Little Big Kids

There's a distance that seems to be widening as they grow a bit older - 5 and a half to be precise. Like I'm watching from afar, not quite so close. They are doing exactly what they should be doing - what we want them to do - they are growing up. When I watch …

Astounding Things

I've been accused on more than one occasion of using the word astounding too often. That my reaction to things is over the top. That I don't need to react as strongly as I do to seemingly everyday things and occurrences. But I beg to differ. I hope I am always this blown away by …

The Last Pick Up from Preschool

Is there anything more the definition of kids growing up than the word "bittersweet"? It seems every time I speak with other moms lately, we all throw that word around in between tears and relief and gratitude for all that is happening.  I HAVE A LOT OF FEELINGS ABOUT ALL THAT IS HAPPENING RIGHT NOW. We went …