Broken Ornaments Better Than Broken Hearts
Getting Real With Shadra Bruce Opening Christmas presents might be what the kids look forward to the most, but it’s decorating the tree together that builds memories that last. If…
25 Rules for Being a GOOD StepMom
I’ve learned some things on this journey that seem important to share with anyone who is a step mom or is planning to marry into a stepmother role.…
Is Your Mama a Step-Mama?
Getting Real With Elizabeth Sanchez They say you don’t really appreciate your parents until you become a parent yourself. I fully experienced that feeling twice. Not because I gave…
StepMom Reflections
by Shadra Bruce Today, my youngest stepkids will turn 21. I’ve had the privilege of being a part of their lives since just before their 7th birthdays. Their bio…
A (Step) Mom by Any Other Name
Getting Real With Elizabeth Sanchez We sat down for breakfast in our second week at my in-law’s house, and as usual I was stuff my face with something delicious…
How to Give a Relaxing Foot Massage
Getting Real With Lisa Van De Graaff, LMT (A special thank you to Mandie Gleason of…
End of the War Brings Major Adjustment to Families
As a mother whose son has served 4 of his 7 years in the military…









