by Shadra Bruce | Adult Children, Keeping Marriage Strong, Love, On Motherhood, Parenting
Getting Real with Shadra Bruce I have been so blessed to have a full house from the time I met Dave. He already had three children, and they quickly became my own as our relationship developed. Once we were married, we added two more, with a total of five children...
by Shadra Bruce | Love, Parenting, Teens and Tweens
Getting Real with Shadra Bruce Your anxieties are not your child’s problem. As mothers, we have worried about our children since conception, but it’s not fair to voice every one of those concerns. Doing so will transfer that stress to your children, and for what? Are...
by Kira Hazledine | Keeping Marriage Strong, Love
Getting Real with Kira Hazledine My husband and I began on a non-traditional note. Our relationship has been a whirlwind from day one, and we didn’t go through the typical stages of a relationship. Our “dates” were all online chats, and we were engaged before we ever...
by Kira Hazledine | Keeping Marriage Strong, Love
Getting Real with Kira Hazledine It’s not my time yet for soccer mom life. Hallie isn’t old enough to participate in activities more complicated than nap time. Recreational and competitive sports don’t typically start until age four or five. So, no, Hallie is not...
by Shadra Bruce | Weddings
Getting Real with Shadra Bruce The maid of honor is there to do more than just hold the bridal bouquet. The maid of honor is there to remember all the little things that no one else is thinking of; she’s essential to making the bride’s wedding day as...
by Shadra Bruce | Weddings
Getting Real with Shadra Bruce One of the many, many decisions that every bride needs to make is whether to say their vows inside or outside. The former option is certainly the easiest but if you’ve been dreaming about the latter your entire life, an outdoor ceremony...