A Book Review: I Love You, Mom
I love you, Mom, written by Blythe Daniel and Helen McIntosh and published by Tyndale House, is intended to be a gift from you to your mom. Continue reading A Book Review: I Love You, Mom
Tag: Mother’s Day
My kids make me feel 16 feet tall
Thinking about my own mothering moments makes me feel 16 feet tall at times. But today, my thoughts are with … Continue reading My kids make me feel 16 feet tall
For the love of mom…
My mother has loved me well. I will remember that as she remembers less and less — and love her well in return. I hate Alzheimer’s disease. Continue reading For the love of mom…
The Emotional Connection of Family Heirlooms
In this personal essay, I reflect on my mother’s Alzheimer’s and the emotional significance of a cherished handmade afghan (blanket). Memories intertwine with loss, regret, and the desire for connection. Continue reading The Emotional Connection of Family Heirlooms
What my mother did right…
I have often complained that I inherited the worst physical attributes of both of my parents. My dad’s acne and … Continue reading What my mother did right…
Sands of time…
A memoir: I am at Caspersen Beach, watching three of my five children play with my sister’s three children. My … Continue reading Sands of time…
All Things Work Together 