“It’s called ‘concierge parenting’,” my friend said as we shook our heads at the out-of-hand-actions of kids these days. Just as a concierge does all he can to make your hotel stay pleasant, concierge parents do whatever they can to make sure their children have a pleasant childhood. Does It Work? Well just this year: […]
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Jesus Never Forgets
My father died eleven years ago. Pregnant with my first child, the news washed over me in alternating waves of sadness and disbelief. My puffy eyes reminded me of an unexpected death, my swollen abdomen of anticipated life. As one life exited the world, another prepared to make his entrance. Death and Life Like tormented […]
Artist Mama’s Dilemma
Bleary Eyes Coffee brewed Steal away for a moment Before the moment steals from you “Mommy, mommy! It’s not fair” Screams and tears “My teddy bear!” Ideas on scrap paper Now tucked away My words will have to wait Snuggles and whispers And boo-boo kisses The laundry calls So do the dishes Ideas beckon But […]
