I often go back and think about my caregiving season with both of my parents. The sacrifices, and long days, filled with quiet moments of doubt. I wonder sometimes: was...
My spirit has been restless since I read the latest alarming statistics about relationships: About 1-in-7 young adults (18-30) who are in a relationship (dating, engaged, married) are also seeking...
Mother's Day can be a tender, complicated time. For those of us who have lost our mothers, or whose relationship with our mother was never what we hoped it would...
Years ago, my husband and I went on one of our adventures, river rafting. What began as a peaceful float quickly turned into chaos as the current pushed us side...
One of the drawbacks of living in Chicago is the potholes. When I first moved here more than twenty years ago from Florida, where the roads are smooth and winters...
Ever taken a long road trip that left you completely drained by the time you finally pulled into a hotel or reached your destination? I remember one in particular: three...
We all say “I’m fine.” But hidden hurt has a way of leaking into our homes, our marriages, our parenting, and even how we see ourselves. Years ago, my husband...
My granddaughter had been eagerly anticipating Grandparents Day. She had the whole event mapped out in her little mind, coloring sheets, songs, games, and, of course, her big performance. When...
