Summer: Let Them Be Free

Summer: Let Them Be Free

Summer has arrived! No more lunches to pack, kids to rush out the door, homework to tackle, and general school shenanigans to maintain. But even with all the wonderful aspects of summer, I’m still not sure whether to dance a jig, or pour more vodka into my...
Banishing the Bush: A Personal Journey

Banishing the Bush: A Personal Journey

Ah, summer—my favorite season since I was a kid! I love nothing more than heading to one of West Michigan’s beaches, or drinking mojitos by the pool with a friend. But the one thing I don’t look forward to is the extra chore of mowing the lawn, trimming...
City Girl Attempts Gardening

City Girl Attempts Gardening

Late last summer, out on a power-walk, I passed the most charming yard. Bounded by fruit trees, branches loaded with apples and pears, there were rows of raspberry brambles and sunflowers, patches of bright dahlias, pole bean tipis, and tomato plants, staked to...

Divorce: Presence

I am a very impatient person at times. In fact, I often resemble a child at Christmas who cannot wait for Christmas morning, and tear through the wrapping paper to unveil my presents. I’m not sure how I got this way and I know I’m not alone in constantly looking ahead...

Divorce: Budgeting for the Holidays

It’s that time of year when we all start shopping for Christmas presents for family and friends. It’s a wonderful time to reflect on the relationships we have and give selflessly to those we love. I really like this time of year, but as of last year, I had to set a...