Many reasons to smile

Parenting is a non-stop roller coaster. Parenting two kids is like running between two rides and trying to keep up with the highs and lows of both at the same time. Luckily, my kids seem to trade off challenges. (You know, the stuff we have to remind ourself is a “phase.”) That way, I don’t lose…

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Encouraging independence… But not in charge

Back in 2005, during my 20 week ultrasound, the technician did not notice Jordan’s limb difference but we did discover that I was going to be a mother to a daughter. With or without a limb difference, I was nervous. I know how hard it can be to be a female. So right then and…

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The jewel jar is full

She did it! It took Jordan four months, but she finally filled her jewel jar and earned a brand new Fancy Nancy book. I love that we made a book her final reward for good behavior in our household. I wish I could say this jewel jar fixed all of our challenges with being polite…

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