Hi Reader, Middle school dating conversations can sneak up on you. One day your kid is trading Pokémon cards, the next day someone has a “boyfriend” or “girlfriend.” It can feel early. And honestly, a little overwhelming. Maybe you're asking the same question I did: How do I talk to my middle schooler about dating and relationships without pushing them away? This week on the blog, I’m sharing a practical, faith-based guide to help you navigate this stage with calm and clarity. Inside the...

Hey Reader, St. Patrick’s Day is one of my favorite holidays with kids. But with six kids and teens, I’ve learned something important.Holiday fun has to be simple. When celebrations get complicated, they stop being enjoyable. Free printables I found on Pinterest So our family sticks to traditions that are quick, playful, and easy to pull together. Things like: 🍀 Green milk with Lucky Charms for breakfast🍀 Homemade leprechaun traps🍀 Shamrock scavenger hunts🍀 Irish music and dancing in the...

Hey Reader, As a white family, Black History Month isn’t about “discovering” something new. It’s about recognizing how much we were never taught, and how much was deliberately erased. It’s about choosing to listen. As a family, we’re being intentional about learning the stories that shaped our country, even when they’re uncomfortable. What we learned at Sloss Furnaces sign at Sloss Furnaces We’ve only visited one of Alabama’s historic sites so far: Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark....