It started with the packets that came in the mail. Those thick large envelops that I seem to always dread opening. Included in the layers of paperwork was all the information on those “Back to School Days” schedules, important dates, forms, fees and needed supplies. Ugh. I put them aside, thinking I had all sorts […]
Volunteering: It’s Complicated
If you are a parent, then you are well aware of all the opportunities that are *offered* for us to volunteer. Most of our kids’ activities, school affairs, sports, and church ministries are run by volunteers alone, which means we all must chip in to some degree- in order for our kids to have such […]
The Mess of Mediocrity- How To Teach Your Kids The Definition of Extraordinary
Mediocrity is messy. I live in it, I know. It messes with your mind. It messes with your perspective. It messes with your heart. It messes with your faith. It messes with your dreams. It messes with everything. I’ve spent my life striving to get out of this mess, but it seems I land right […]



