Be joyful… always?

It was early in the morning, right after I woke up, and I heard my kids laughing down the hall. I tip-toed toward their rooms, wondering what was so funny….

Muntean’s: you HAVE to go there

For those of you who live in the Sacramento area (and even for those who don’t, but might visit someday), I have to share something. (I’m not getting anything in exchange for…

5 Great Bridal Shower Ideas

My niece Kailee’s bridal shower this past weekend was so much fun. I loved all the decorations and details so much that I had to share some of them with…

Sandwiched! Parenting Your Parents Too

Many parents today are not only juggling the role of mom or dad to their own kids, they are also caring for their aging parents.  I’m thrilled to be featured…

Today, I will be… silent

I head up to my eleven-year-old’s room to see if he’s ready for school. His bed isn’t made. His clothes aren’t picked up off the floor. He hasn’t had breakfast. And he’s…

The story about my son and the light bulbs

I grab my purse off the counter and hurry toward the door. “Wait,” my ten-year-old says, coming down the stairs, a flashlight in his hands. I’ve gotta show you something.”…