Letters to my Son
As your momma, I wanted so badly to protect you from heartache, hurts and tears. But dang it—not possible. [...]
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I’m a Control Freak
I wonder if he had a split second of panic—I know I would have—but I don’t think he did. [...]
Keep the Pace
Yet, we all have marathon races in our lives. We all run long races that we thought were only going to be 3 miles, but turned out to be 6. And then when you got to mile 6, they told you it was a 9-mile run, and then when you reached the 9-mile marker, you found out you were in a marathon! [...]
Each Season Brings a Gift
At this point, I have entered a new season of opportunity and would not have dreamed it possible a few years ago. [...]
7 Reasons Your Family Should Go to a Drillers Game
Have you had one of those days where you’re trying to find a fun family activity and it seems like you just strike out? You’ve been to the Zoo. The budget is too stretched for the Aquarium or the Air and Space Museum. It’s too early to visit the splash pads. [...]
As Seen Through the Eyes of His Grandma
“Mom, sit down.” Carol’s distressed call came from Indianapolis saying, “Jeff was killed about an hour ago.” How does one cope and react to such an extreme, heart-rending pronouncement? [...]
My Journey: Mother’s Day Without Her
As most everyone who has lost a loved one can attest, the first year is brutal. There are so many firsts. I'm not sure I believe that "time heals all wounds." [...]
My Mama
At 5 feet, 1 inch, that 100 pound spitfire can do just about anything—or could, until about a year ago. But she’s still a fireball, for sure, and now you are about to know why. [...]
My Favorite 918 Gluten Free Restaurants
It’s in vogue—this fanaticism for a gluten free lifestyle. Not for me, though… it’s a matter of wheat vs. Carol, and wheat wins every time. [...]
The Parable of the Misplaced Veil
You see, this was no ordinary veil. While every veil is special, this one was handmade in India for the Bride, a gift from her grandparent’s missionary friends to India. Supposedly, a keepsake for generations to come. [...]