I read an article that said “there’s no ONE way to be a stepmother” and it implied the many truths of how many roles a woman has when marrying a man with children.  My take on it was a little different however.  Yes, there are many situations in step and… Continue reading →

I love bloggers. I particularly love reading the blogs of folks I know, or in some cases want to know. The past eleven years of blogging has blessed my life with friendships, followers, and experiences I cannot begin to share with you deeply enough in a meaningful way.  Blogging has… Continue reading →

It seems like this year I have twice the summer visitation happening. The teenagers had different schedules this summer so I am thrilled to have one at a time time with both of them.  Madison is thirteen this year and is on a mission trip with our youth group. This… Continue reading →

This week I was reminded of a very important lesson I learned when we were just beginning as a blended family.  In each of our original families, there were two children, a girl and a boy…our new family meant four children who suddenly changed their rank as we became one… Continue reading →