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I’ve Been Here Before:: Father’s Day Reflections on Fighting for a...

First, thanks for this Father’s Day forum.  I wish I could contribute the loving, lighthearted commentary I originally planned, but it’s the middle of...

I’m Not Dangerous:: The Reality of Being a Black Dad in...

I am a black dad in America. I’ve read all your messages and texts these last few weeks and I’m finally ready to share...

In Defense of Baby Boys:: No, I’m Not Disappointed I Didn’t...

“Oh… no girl?”  online pharmacy zyprexa for sale no prescription She looked at me, with her head tilted to the side and her big...

How Coronavirus is Making Me a Better Stay at Home Mom

I never thought a global pandemic would be the vehicle that would bolster my confidence as a mom, but here we are. We are...

The Astronaut Wife:: Choosing Hope Over Fear       

Imagine for a moment you are holding the hands of your children, standing in a wide open field. Now imagine that a 30-second countdown...

What Motherhood Dreams Are Made Of

This is what motherhood dreams are made of The comment wasn’t mine, but it resonated with me. It was Halloween night, and a group of...

Yes, I am That Mom, but It’s All About Perspective

The older I get, the more my perspective changes on motherhood, and really, on life in general. We all know That Mom. She is messy,...

Overcoming the Odds:: One Dad’s Journey to Fatherhood

Diagnosed with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis as a child, Vince S. spent much of his childhood in the hospital and recovering from surgery. He never...

10 Survival Tips for Stay at Home Moms

I almost gave a total stranger a hug yesterday. At a Houston neighborhood park, I met a stay-at-home mom that I’ll never forget, a mom...

The Resilience of Houston Moms :: Remembering Hurricane Harvey

It's been a year since Hurricane Harvey devastated the city of Houston. There are countless stories of tragedy, bravery, and healing, and all these...