I remember the days when keeping Cheerios off of the floor and dirty dishes out of the sink made me feel like I had this whole mama thing “under control.” It seems to be getting harder and harder to get that feeling these days. Shiny sinks, lines in the freshly vacuumed carpets or pillows fluffed on the couch just don’t… View Post
At just seventeen, I bought my first one; and the obsession was born. I love dining tables. There’s something so special about the time spent around the table. I crave not just the delicious prepared meals but the time of lingering and talking. So, it was a no brainer when Cowboy pointed out this metal outdoor dining set at an auction. I… View Post
Our lives are overflowing with good things. Soccer games, church outings, volunteer work, family night….you fill in the rest. Line up the activities, and we will use the strategic planning of NASA to make it work. As I stare at the last pieces of a puzzle looking to fill in the last holes I realize something… Once the last… View Post
I sit listening. Sixteen students. Some are nine years old. Some are ten. All are reading, writing, discussing, working….questioning. I think of the preparation to get them there in this classroom. It started with teaching them what it looks like and sounds like to be productive. It takes daily reminders and positive reinforcements. It’s boots on the ground every day. Today,… View Post
The path has not always been lined with flowers. Dark days, sleepless nights, and troubled rhythms are all part of working toward real relationships. What happens when you don’t feel like loving? What’s next when you are ready to give up? In my first podcast I settle into my cozy office nook and share my confessions, blunders, and hopes… View Post