After I gave birth to my youngest son, I was adamant that I was done. Our family was complete. Shop was closed. After a very trying pregnancy – physically, mentally and emotionally – there was absolutely no desire to experience those not-so-joyous 30-35 weeks again. In September 2010, when my youngest son was 2 years …
World Prematurity Day is observed on November 17th of each year to raise awareness of preterm birth and the concerns of preterm babies and their families worldwide. According to the March of Dimes, a premature baby is one who is born too early, before 37 completed weeks of pregnancy. Premature babies can have more health …
I often think of those moms who accomplish so much during the weekend – shopping excursions, redecorating, yard projects, arts and crafts fun, laundry, etc. – and wonder… Seriously? Where do they find the time? The energy? The motivation? All of the above? After struggling through 5 working days my weekends are usually filled with …
The “giving season” is quickly approaching us. I say that somewhat sarcastically because I truly believe that giving should be a year-long affair – not just something focused on from Thanksgiving through Christmas but that’s another soapbox for another day 😉 Seriously, there is more focus on giving during the next few months. Especially to …
Last weekend I was traveling home and “I Remember Mama” by Shirley Caesar came on the radio. I’ve listened to that song numerous times and it’s always been a favorite of mine, but for some reason I got especially emotional listening to it. I thought of all the sacrifices my mother has made for me …