Grieving

Grieving

Two years ago, my family and I loaded up a big moving truck, packed our van with suitcases, snacks, and maps, and headed from Boise, Idaho to Bath, New York. It was the second time we’d made the trip. Dave and I met and married in Boise. Our son was born there....
Keeping Family Close

Keeping Family Close

When my mom was a kid and her parents divorced, she didn’t see her dad for almost a decade…until she was married and had a child of her own (me) and decided to reach out. My husband’s parents divorced and he never built a relationship with his...
Maintaining Stability for Kids During Divorce

Maintaining Stability for Kids During Divorce

In the midst of divorce and the subsequent changes that happen in the children’s lives, maintaining stability becomes one of the most important factors in making children feel secure. When my husband, Dave, and his wife divorced and he realized he would have...
Staycations: Big City Exploring

Staycations: Big City Exploring

Exploring a nearby city can be a great, less expensive alternative to a weekend getaway. A day away from home, however, can be a catastrophe without some planning. Whether you’re flying in to an unknown city or just catching the bus to your local town, there are...