Kristin, Senior Writer
Surviving the Divorce Process
Divorce is brutal. Unless the two of you are parting as friends and are 100% in agreement about everything, it’s painful, difficult, exasperating, exhausting, and just brutal. Surviving the divorce process is a challenge,...
When Dad Cheats – What Do You Say To Teenagers?
No one wants a spouse who cheats. No one. And many of us will react to it differently if we find ourselves in that position. But when the kids know, it brings a whole...
Sexy Mama – Yes, You Still Got It!!
Getting divorced is hard. Getting divorced in your 40s is even harder. Now add in having not dated in 25 years, and OMG. It’s excruciating. But in talking with other women, I discovered a...
The Divorce Journey — Words You Need to Hear on the Hard Days
The divorce journey is a process. With some days that are just very very hard. The days when the self-doubt is high and the tears are easy. On those days you need your support...
Understanding Depression: Shining Some Light On The Darkness
Understanding depression, if you have no exposure to it through close family or friends, can be a challenge. We all have times when we feel a little “down”. But that’s not what I’m talking...
So You’re Thinking About Getting A Dog…
So you think you want to add a dog to the family….
When I was first married, we acquired a dog before we were even living under the same roof. It’s one of the few...
It’s Hard for Military Kids
Military kids have it hard. They just do.
A parent (or two) constantly coming and going, with no certainly of whether they'll be there or not, is a stressful way to live.
I watched my kids...
Let it Go: Put Down that Weight and Carry On
Let it Go
Since the song debuted, we hear “Let It Go” way more often. But I think there’s a reason why it resonates so much. We’re all carrying around baggage that we don’t need...
The Best Financial Decision I Ever Made
The best financial decision I ever made was to get a credit card. Yes, you read that correctly. It may sound crazy, or simple or insignificant, but from where I sit today it’s made...
My Favorite Early Books
We love books. My parents were readers, I am a reader, and I am raising readers. We just love books around here. One of the benefits of being raised by an elementary teacher is...