Sara and I have put in more of an effort to see each other and talk and connect over the last year and I am so thankful for that. She is a friend that has known me for so long that I don't have to explain why I feel what I feel but she will happily listen as I pour out my stresses and heart. I am so thankful for …

We were able to spend two wonderful days at the camp this summer with the Goedeckes, and I couldn't be more thankful. Our family doesn't get away for vacations and the camp feels like the closest thing we get to that for us. It is time spent with no responsibility for what we should be doing other than hanging…

For the first time, Trent was not home for his birthday. This was an emotional experience for me, it is just so strange not to have my boy walking down the stairs on the morning of his birthday and have a banner up and a birthday breakfast made for him. I knew we needed to do something for his birthday that made him …

Letting go as a parent is a big mix of emotions. We were so happy to drop Trent off at Keene and see his enthusiasm for the move, but of course, there was a mixture of sadness as we said goodbye. He is an amazing kid and I know he will do great at Keene and as hard as it is to say goodbye, I know he is ready. So en…

Before you go I want to hug you, a million times over until our arms get tired. Before you go, I want to remind you to do your laundry regularly and don't wait until the last minute.  Before you go I want you to understand to always give people the benefit of the doubt, this is how you will meet the most interes…