I blew it. Days of swimming through murky teenage “stuff” paired with this new stage of parenting resulted in my not-so-pretty meltdown. Late the same evening I found myself on the edge of my teen’s bed. His now huge 6 foot, 15 year-old frame had his back turned towards me as my quivering words spilled out, “I’m so sorry. I blew it. My words were awful. Will you forgive me?” Parenting is hard. We stumble through one developmental stage, look back on that point in time with confidence as we emerge, then find ourselves knee-deep in doubt …
Momma’s Sick Day Management
On any typical given day a mom can perform her magic of juggling a gazillion tasks all at once. But when the flu season slams her with fever, aches and chills how does she survive? Here are some helpful tried and true ways to help you and your little ones survive when Grandma lives far away and mom is too weak to function. All these wonderful ideas come from seasoned moms who suggest you: Hunker down with your kiddos in a safe, small space in the house. Bring your little ones in the bedroom with you and lock …