As I clutched my coffee cup, this morning, as if I would die without my caffeine infusion, I prayed that the day would get better. It hasn't begun in a stellar fashion, and I haven't even been up for very long. Let's preface this by saying, I slept like shit....

I have a confession. I love football. I know, it's weird, right? The whole attraction started when Bryce was a student athletic trainer with his high school football team. I figured that I might want to know what the hell was going on since I had a kid on the field....

October seems to be marked as the "Awareness" month and Down syndrome is on the list of observations. I would be remiss if I didn't grab the opportunity to share my own journey with one of the loves of my life, who just happens to be extra special with his bonus...

If you have been following my blog, you should know by now that anything goes. This is an honest account of what is going on in my life. Sometimes it's funny. Other times, it can be raw and colored in emotion. But, it is always a true, authentic representation of what...

Let me just start by saying, getting away with incredible friends is the solution for any life-altering issues that you might be experiencing. I needed to unplug. But, with that being said, I had a really hard time relinquishing control. I would say it took me a good...

Part of my process when leaving my family for an adult timeout, is to make a list. For them. Not me. And honestly, the list that I deem "helpful", is really for my spouse. Sometimes when I leave town, I feel like I am training a new employee. He sort of knows what is...

If you were anywhere near social media yesterday, you probably watched the video of Ellen DeGeneres sharing about her experience of sitting next to former President George Bush during a football game. She talked about how they are friends despite their opposing views...

Later this week, I am running away from home. Okay, that's sounds incredibly dramatic. The reality is, I am simply packing a bag and allowing myself a well-deserved break from my life. It is the adult version of running away. I will be enjoying the company of my tribe...

Last night, we celebrated my spouse's birthday with his mother. My belly was full and I was anticipating the reunion with my pajamas as we drove home. Inching closer to our driveway, we noticed something hideous at our door....solicitors. Anything that delays me from...