Today marks the first day of Fall, and I must say there are some things I am eager to shed and release forever. The past couple of months have been challenging (as if it’s ever not challenging over here), with repeated cycles of inconsistency showing up in personal relationships, parenting, mental health and pretty much... Continue Reading →
Raising Responsible Kids: Life Skills Every Parent Should Teach
So listen — the other day, I had a conversation with my oldest son that lowkey had me side-eyeing myself. We were talking about his summer job (which I’m super proud of him for holding down, by the way), and the topic of money came up. More specifically, how quickly he’s been spending it. Chile,... Continue Reading →
Title: Trust, Road Trips & Teen Independence: Where Do You Draw the Line?
Recently, I had my 17 year old tell me that he and some friends were planning a road trip out of town. I try not to be the parent that’s overly strict and overbearing, but I’m not really comfortable with him and these other underage kids going out of town by themselves without an adult... Continue Reading →
Dating as a Single Parent: Protecting Peace, Prioritizing Purpose
It’s been a minute, however I’ve been busy being loved properly. I decided to take a break from seeking love from partners who were mentally, physically, and emotionally unavailable and unable to love me the way God wanted me to be loved and the way I wanted to be loved. I remember having a heart-to-heart... Continue Reading →
