The Secret to Surviving Winter? Embrace it.

The Secret to Surviving Winter? Embrace it.

Winter came early here in West Michigan. That first day felt too early and I was annoyed, especially as I helped my teen driver navigate the icy roads for the first time. But by morning, I awoke to a bright white blanket of snow that hid all of the leaves we still...
Welcome … To the Good Stuff.

Welcome … To the Good Stuff.

In three weeks, you’ll be starting high school, and I’m getting really excited for you. This is a different feeling from when you started middle school. Because middle school sucks. Well, at least it does for a lot of people. I’m grateful it...
That F-Word in Your House

That F-Word in Your House

No. I’m not talking about that F-word. I’m referring to the latest craze in video gaming that in just a few months has created a full-on cult following—mainly of tween and teenage boys but also girls, moms and celebrities. Even my kids’ teachers are...