children
-
The Abandoned Theater by Dana Robertson
I was fortunate to get an advanced reader copy through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. In this compelling young adult novel, the Springvale theater, a relic of past performances, holds dark secrets from eight years ago when Mr. Winnodov mysteriously vanished during what ultimately became the last show. Fast forward to the present, Continue reading
-
10 is a hard
My youngest child is ten years old. She is in 5th grade. This is such a weird time in a child’s life. In some schools, 5th grade is the highest it goes, the last of elementary school. In others, 5th grade starts middle school. These kids have crazy changes going on. Bodies are changing quickly Continue reading
-
Tough Subject – TW – Sex Crimes involving children
I want to share this website. This is ugly and I can’t blame you if you don’t want to go forward. I am sharing because I saw someone posting about not leaving your children with people on Facebook. In addition, there is a ton of buzz around that movie out about trafficking. So, in case Continue reading
-
To all the parents and children that were in my life
As a parent, there are many feelings that hit extremely hard, even when you are prepared for them. I was not prepared though for the feeling of mourning, loss, and sadness when I see “mom friends” and their growing children on Facebook, Instagram, etc. that are no longer a part of my life. Many of Continue reading
-
The baby is 10!
I don’t know how I got here. I was sure when I arrived at this point, I would be this parent that is so seasoned, I would know how to handle all situations and what to say and do at every turn. Well, spoiler .. I have no idea! That goes for everything in life, Continue reading
AWESOMEYvonne 