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Invisible monsters

by Robin | Aug 6, 2013 | 31 Days of Parenting Teens & Tweens, Family, Marriage, Parenting, Teens & Tweens

You should not…cannot…m u s t not think porn doesn't affect you or your family. If you think your husband wouldn't look at porn under the "right" circumstances, you're deluding yourself. If you think your children aren't...

Power Hour

by Robin | Jul 29, 2013 | (in)courage, Kids, Mom stuff, Parenting, Teens & Tweens

One of my goals as a mom has been to cultivate an atmosphere where my kids can tell me anything. While I'm sure there are a few things they've chosen not to share, I'm thankful when they tell me Hard Things–about stupid decisions (yes,...

Killing Me Softly: A Love Story. Sorta.

by Robin | Jun 28, 2013 | Mom stuff, Parenting, Personal, Teens & Tweens

Lost in a sea of thought… He's my third-born child, my second-born son, my youngest…my baby boy. When he was born he was blue from crown to sole, and, delirious I declared, "He's a Smurf!" Today he's nothing but bronze...

We interrupt this blog to bring you a PSA for those who (n)ever text and drive (which pretty much you & me)

by Robin | May 24, 2013 | Brand partnership, On my soapbox, Parenting, Raves & Rants, Teens & Tweens

I'm probably a teen's worst nightmare when it comes to driving: my mantra to my own children when they were of legal age to get their permit (and, later, their license): A car in the hands of a driver is a loaded weapon. They understand the depth and...

GREAT Graduation Gift Ideas for Teens & College Students || 2020 Edition

by Robin | May 15, 2013 | Mom stuff, Parenting, Teens & Tweens, Uncategorized

Looking for graduation (or anytime) gift ideas for college or high school students? Starting at just $10, you’re bound to get some great ideas for every price range from the list below (or check here for even more ideas). One Line a Day: A Five-Year...

Everyday Mentors and Village People (WHAT could those have in common?)

by Robin | May 10, 2013 | Family, Mom stuff, Parenting, Personal, Simple Mom, Teens & Tweens

I was a bystander this time, an observer, learning a lesson again I am so quick to forget: Words are powerful and persuasive and have the capacity to change lives. I know this, I even live it, but watching and witnessing a relative stranger speak wisdom into my teen...