If we talk bluntly here, I will admit that I am a Mom and a Stepmom. These are two different things, no matter which way you slice it. Of course you love the kids, biological and not. But there are so many other factors in stepparenting that change the dynamic. Namely, the presence of (in(…)
Katie Davis Skelley I sat down to write down my thoughts for Rocket City Mom, but the words did not come. So I stepped away from my computer, and returned later in the afternoon to write. But the words never came. My heart is broken for the people of Newtown. Instead, I would like to(…)
Our current neighborhood is perfect for trick-or-treating. There are sidewalks on both sides of the well-lit streets, lots of young families with children, and most importantly, plenty of older families without children who want to stay at home and pass out candy. But not everyone is in that situation. Maybe you live out in the(…)
For many children and adults alike, Halloween is one of the most fun nights of the year. Who wouldn’t love an evening of dressing up and FREE CANDY? But, with so many little ones out and about in one night, it’s important for everyone to be extra cautious to ensure we all enjoy a safe(…)
Ours is a world full of mean people saying mean things. So when our children act badly, why should it surprise us? I’ve started this article many times and each time I start, I stop because I get overwhelmed with the task of fitting all there is to say on this subject into a 600-word(…)
It’s Child Passenger Safety Week and while that alone is a good reason for this story, I have a much more personal agenda behind urging every parent that reads this to make sure their car seats are installed and being used correctly. My Accident Story This summer, my parents came down from Missouri to help(…)
