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I’ve dreamt of this day. For years and years. The day when the first male in our family would step into history. The history of attending his Senior Prom. (Quick back story for the few who may not know: Sexy Hubby did not attend his prom, and my older step-son did not attend his prom. If I could . . . → Read More: Prom Night 2013 Isn’t it ironic that after not crafting a blog post for nearly 45 days, that a new post should appear on national All Fools Day? I thought so, too. Where have I been hiding for the past few months, you wonder? (Or not!) Not anywhere ultra-fantastic (although I did take respite in the desert sun for a few days, while tagging along with . . . → Read More: Another Epiphany? No Fooling {Editor’s note: Valentine’s day – a day filled with roses, gooey chocolate and long, passionate kisses. Or not. As in my case, once again, Sexy Hubby and I are apart on Valentine’s Day. I guess sloppy puppy kisses will be a close second! Wishing love to all today.}
This is a . . . → Read More: What Valentine’s Day Means To Me
As I sit to craft this post, I automatically let out a heavy sigh. And once I share the story, you’ll understand why. Rewind to last Saturday. I was in Northern California with my husband (a work event) and decided we would stop in San Francisco – the city of my birth – and . . . → Read More: Parenting Puppy Panic
It’s official. To everything, there is a season. And the seasons have recently shifted. Only this “season” won’t be named on any calendar sold in a nationally advertised office supply store, or labeled by a lunar moon. This season is unofficial and will only be found in teenagers with an impending high school . . . → Read More: The Season of “Senioritis” It’s no secret that my memory ain’t what it used to be. In fact, if it weren’t for copious notes (and calendars and blog posts) I’m not sure I would remember my own address! Memories and time are like Jekyll and Hyde – both nebulous and mysterious while at the same time, bold and shocking. Memories and time – . . . → Read More: Time Really Does Heal… The funniest part of parenting (in my humble estimation) is when your child discovers something for the first time, and tells you about it, like you’ve never heard it before. Case in point: The movie “Good Morning Vietnam” starring Robin Williams. My son saw this movie awhile back, and thought parts of it were hysterical, calling me over to watch . . . → Read More: Got Trust?  Comments are closed  Family Matters  bozeman blogger, talking to your teen about drinking and driving, teens and drinking Photo: Circa 2001, when my son actually liked me and didn’t mind his photo taken. I’m a planner. I like things done well in advance – in some cases, crazy-advance – it’s because I know myself. I know, if I wait to the last-minute for anything, panic takes over, and all is lost. I began negotiations for . . . → Read More: The Senior Countdown Continues…SAY CHEESE!!! 2 comments - (Comments are closed) Creative Spark, Family Matters Best Bozeman Photographers, Jessie Moore Photography, Planning for Senior Photos “Begin with the end in mind” (as the late Stephen Covey taught us) can be painfully dramatic when said “end” is suddenly within focus. We have been collectively working towards “an end” in our house. Since our son was in his sophomore year, we have been gently preparing him for a time – this time – when . . . → Read More: Lesson #387 in Parenting: The Reason for “The End” Comments are closed Family Matters helicopter parents, Montana Parent, mothers and sons, parenting older teens, Preparing teens for college Written and shared with my peeps at Montana Parent of Bozeman and Helena. Last week I shared my tumultuous feelings over my son beginning his final year of high school. The last stepping stone prior to jumping into the collegiate pond - and beyond. Of course, out of one side of my mouth, I tell Sexy Hubby, “This time next . . . → Read More: The Funny Things Kids Remember  Comments are closed Creative Spark, Family Matters bozeman blogger, from the minds of babes, Top Montana Blogger |
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