When it comes to modern day baby showers, I have been fortunate to experience a range of different kinds. I received the big one for our first baby, a gender reveal type for the second, diaper party, prayer shower,...
"Have you cried yet?" "Not yet.. but it's coming. And I'm not sure if it will be a happy cry or a sad cry." My mother asked me this question as we sat on the couch on our first...
I have finally reached a place in my life where simple means everything. Getting tasks checked off my to-do list are a must and achieving goals is fulfilling, but nothing beats living the simple life. As a busy wife...
The summer temperatures were still in the high 90s when we met over iced coffee. In a few weeks, the fall semester would soon begin. I would teach a couple of courses I had not taught in quite some...
"Special needs parents are the equivalent of Batman, Captain America and the Incredible Hulk; combined with a side of Mary Poppins." -Author Unknown
When my youngest child was born three years ago I suddenly entered the world of special needs...
"Whatcha readin'?" Remember a time when you'd go into a doctor's office or on a bus or airplane and that's what you'd use as a conversation starter? Because that's what you would see - people reading books. I know...
To The Stranger in the store who passes me and my three children, gives a consoling look and says, “You have your hands full”. My response: I have learned to give a slight nod or a forced smile and move...
As I am sitting here drinking my little cup of coffee, I am thinking about my journey as a Wellness Coach and just imagining me paving the pathway for myself, creating my space in the world. I think about...
When you are done splashing in all the muddy puddles, and the video games, and movies have bored to death what do you do??? Rainy days can be a challenge for us all. The kids don't like being cooped...
I could have sworn it was a heart attack. My firstborn was 4 months old when I had my first panic attack and I was informed by the doctor at urgent care that I had post-partum depression/anxiety. "Um, what?...
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2023 Mama Marketplace | Thank You to Our Sponsors & Attendees!
We are so pleased with the results of our Waco Mom's 6th Annual Mama Marketplace! This year our parenting event featured a special program...
