Julie
Julie is a mom of five boys and one girl. She is a runner, biker, yoga instructor and socializer. That about sums it up. Believe it or not, she really does enjoy the soccer, cross country, swim team, track, dance classes, basketball, and theater her kids are involved in as long as she has another mom (or dad) to talk to during these events. Julie is starting a new adventure going back to school to get her Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy at Edgewood College.
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Parenting Teens | Ignore The Cautionary Tale
Have you heard the cautionary tale for parents of teens? The one which results in your kid living in your basement until they are...
The Upside of Social Distancing | A Group Post
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Social Distancing is a LOT Like Running an Ultra
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No Topic is Off Limits | Talk Less, Listen More
When I was a kid there were certain things that you did not discuss (at home or in public). Don’t talk about religion, politics...
Cleverly Disguised As a Good Mom
The phrase, “You’re such a good Mom,” while sincere, causes me to cringe every single time it is directed in my general direction. While...
Teaching Gratitude is Harder Than I Thought
My family had the pleasure of spending Thanksgiving in Mexico this year (a tradition on my side of the family every three years). It...
I’m Not Inspirational, I’m Just Anxious
When people learn that I do long distance running for “fun,” I often get,“You’re an inspiration,” and, “You’re crazy,” and sometimes, "Why?" all with...
Always Give With Joy
This past summer our twelve year old discovered the freedom of biking around the neighborhood with his friends. He’d go to the pool, play...
Treats at School – What’s the Harm?
During registration this fall, our high school began issuing chrome books to every student for the first time. My own high schooler posted on...
Making Childhood Memories-Are They My Responsibility?
Years ago, back when my brood was half of our current size, my husband and I chose to take a family trip to St....
This is Why People Leave-Learning More About Inclusion
As I was leaving church one recent Sunday, I was stopped by a member of our congregation. This particular person has said a few...