Family – THE 918

9-18 Pictures Worth 1,000 Words

October 11, 2017 // 1 Comment

I recorded the first words out of my mouth when I met him, his birth statistics, my hopes and dreams for my precious snowflake. After a few months, my dedication to recording his milestones and memories waned. [...]

9-18 Conversations with My Family

October 4, 2017 // 0 Comments

Here are a few conversations with my family that made me chuckle. I hope they bring a smile to your face...or at least make you not feel so bad about the weird stuff your kids say. [...]

Each Season Brings a Gift

May 22, 2017 // 0 Comments

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

May 18, 2017 // 0 Comments

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

May 16, 2017 // 0 Comments

“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

May 11, 2017 // 3 Comments

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

May 10, 2017 // 3 Comments

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. [...]

Second Saturday

May 11, 2016 // 0 Comments

Did you know Tulsa is home to a gem of a museum in the heart of midtown? [...]

6 Ways to Support Foster Care Families

March 24, 2016 // 0 Comments

We could not continue to be foster parents without the support of so many generous and kind people in our lives. Their support has enabled me to focus on the children in my care as well as building a relationship with the family of the child. [...]

My Journey: Through Grace to Gracie

March 21, 2016 // 0 Comments

I wasn’t ready any time soon to try again, even after my doctor told me I could. I’d always wanted to run a marathon, so I thought it would be a good goal to work towards—run my first marathon before turning 30. [...]