Moms and Sons. Whether we are snuggling our baby boy, or asking our teenager to open the jam jar, relationships between Moms and sons are precious. We bawl through Munsch's Love You Forever. And the toughest football players look right into the camera beaming, "I Love you Mom." We … [Read More...]
Parenting
Reflections on Beauty in Our Forties
So thrilled to have Andrea Pitts sharing wisdom on Lightly Frayed today - she's reflecting on beauty in our forties. And if you're not there yet, you will be in a blink. Andrea and I have known each other since our Moms were in their forties...maybe even longer. Don't miss her take on how our … [Read More...]
40 Things Only Moms of Teenage Boys Understand
Parenting teenage boys is a piece of cake. Said no Mom ever. Unless, of course the recipe is complicated, with a blend of sweet ingredients and unexpected sour chunks brought from a far off land that terrifies. Then we might have an analogy. Having three sisters gave me zero preparation for … [Read More...]
Parenting Encouragement
Three Simple Steps to Find Family Friends and Kick Loneliness to the Curb
Inside: A simple formula can help you make family friends. Because life within community can be less lonely and exponentially more fun. "I wish I could fluff you up in the dryer." Those words … [Read More...]
And the Winner of the Multitasking Mom Award is? All of Us
If multitasking were an Olympic sport, I would be on the podium with my anthem ringing proudly. And you would be there beside me. Gold medals for all the multitasking moms. It's a universal struggle … [Read More...]
Parenting an Easygoing Child? Empower Them With This Important Phrase
Inside: A simple tip to ensure our easygoing child still expresses what they are feeling, and is heard and understood. Parenting an easygoing child can be, well, fairly easy. Remember … [Read More...]
