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There comes a point in a woman’s life when love starts to look different. It becomes less about the grand gestures and more about the quiet ways we are seen, less about what looks good on paper and more about what brings peace to our spirit. Love grows softer — but it also grows wiser. THE […]
For several months, I couldn’t share stories about my caregiving journey. I didn’t want to talk or write about being a caregiver. I didn’t even want to share the status of my parents, for whom I provide care. I was angry and frustrated. I was most “frangry” at dementia. Dementia barged into our lives and […]
The first time I took my son to pick out Christmas gifts for a family in need, he didn’t quite understand why we weren’t bringing them home. His hesitation reminded me that generosity develops through practice. We learn it. We repeat it. And over time, it becomes part of who we are. A MOTHER’S EXAMPLE […]
If you’ve ever tried to buy a gift for a tween or teen, you know it’s a tricky business. They’re growing fast, have opinions (lots of them!), and their wish lists seem to change with every TikTok trend. But don’t worry, mama — we’ve rounded up the best tween and teen gifts of 2025 that’ll […]
As we enter November, a month often centered around thankfulness, it’s the perfect time to reflect on how gratitude can be a powerful tool in the caregiving journey. While caregiving can be challenging, practicing gratitude not only lifts the spirit, but also can strengthen the bond between caregiver and care receiver. IT’S NATIONAL FAMILY CAREGIVERS […]
Caregiving comes with many daily challenges, but certain items can make that journey more manageable. The resources and solutions our family uses have varied over the years, based on my parents’ needs and changing circumstances, but here are some essentials you should consider having on hand: DISINFECTING WIPES AND PAPER TOWELS Because my parents can’t […]
It’s October, the costume order is delayed, and the class pumpkin-patch reminder just popped up on your phone. You’re trying to finish work tasks between school pickups while also remembering who needs to bring the class snack and who left their cleats in the car. By the time you finally sit down, you realize you’ve […]
