September 9, 2020
by Maralee
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A couple months ago my neighbors brought home their premature twins after a lengthy hospital stay. It was a joyous occasion as our cul-de-sac hung streamers from trees and balloons on their porch. We lined the street and applauded as … Continue reading
December 9, 2019
by Maralee
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When The Baby turns five, you’ll breathe a big sigh of relief. You’ve made it out of the baby years with your sanity in tact. No more diapers. He can mostly feed himself. He puts on his own pants. He … Continue reading
February 22, 2019
by Maralee
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Recently a friend handed me her baby. He was a little fussy and I found myself doing that walk/rock/dip/dance move I’ve perfected over 12 years of parenting six kids. How many late nights did I spend pacing the halls like … Continue reading
January 9, 2015
by Maralee
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Sometimes I think our word choices reveal more of our hearts than we intend. And then sometimes they’re just word choices with no particular deep meaning. Only the person speaking knows their real intention, but there’s a phrase I’ve heard … Continue reading