What to Do When the Baby Turns Thirteen

A house full of "young men" doesn't happen overnight. Slippery things, boys are, one minute covered in chocolate frosting, And the next minute starting a career and a family. But there's always the baby, right? Sweet voice and smooth cheek in a baritone and bearded world. Until -- I look in the mirror and know… Continue reading What to Do When the Baby Turns Thirteen

The Most Important Thing You Can Do for Your Son

A Mom's Prayers for Her Son by Rob & Joanna Teigen:  A Book Review There's nothing like becoming a mother to ratchet up the frequency, sincerity, and desperation of one's prayer life.  My husband and I had four boys in eight years, and I was horrified to realize that a new blender comes with more instructions than… Continue reading The Most Important Thing You Can Do for Your Son