This year we returned to homeschooling after a much-needed hiatus. Like many families, we homeschooled during the pandemic. Like many Read more
Last week I attended a ‘prayer shower’ for a friend expecting her second child. Unlike a traditional baby shower, the Read more
I’ve found a simple, no fail way to bring a little joy to my day and home: make a batch Read more
Unloading my car after a trip to the local store, I noticed my five year-old son take a tin of Read more
Growing up, I remember the overwhelming joy of waking up Christmas morning. That full-body rush of feeling, knowing that this Read more
A few months ago I sat at our kitchen table, burning the midnight oil as I completed yet another medical Read more
This story was written as a guest post for Chalice US, a Catholic charity which sponsors children and families in need Read more
Parallel parking at Napa library one morning, the bumper sticker on the beat-up 1980's Chevy sedan in front of me Read more
"Go daddy's wingard! GO DADDY'S WINGARD!" That's our two-year-old's rebel cry this morning, earnestly fastening the Velcro on his sneakers, Read more
Spring is finally here! Being a bit of a sun-worshiper, I am always happy when the spring equinox arrives and Read more