Parenting a Child Living Away From Home

Parenting a child who is living away from home is tough. Here are five things to consider when facing this situation.

An Anniversary to Forget: One Year Since That Day

I’ve been dreading this day for the past 364. I don’t know why. It doesn’t change anything. But it is an anniversary by which we will be able to mark the rest of our lives.

Dispatches From Covid-ville: Mental Illness Doesn’t Care

Mental illness doesn't give a rip that we're in the middle of a global pandemic. In our family, today, it didn't win.

Living in Tension

Lately, I've realized that we must live in tension with something that is the polar opposite of community: space. Both are essential for our health.

Adoption is Trauma

This is part of a multi-blog series called “Adoption Is” for National Adoption Month 2019. Read the entire series. Today is the halfway point of my 30 words about adoption in 30 days. You've heard me describe the highs, lows and the uncomfortable aspects. But, I can only speak from a parent's point of view. Today, …