Almost 40 years ago, when I was about to give birth to my first child, my husband and I decided we would do whatever it took for me to stay home and raise the children... More >>

Recently, I had dinner with a friend of mine, who is a mom of two kids, ages 1 and 3. She also works full time. I am a stay-at-home mom of three young boys... More >>

...We're currently reading Romeo and Juliet and I gave the students the task of answering the question: 'Do you believe in love at first sight?' In this age of superficial thinking based on social media 'likes' and 'selfies,' I was surprised by their responses.... More >>

I was given up for adoption in the 1960s by a mother who had me when she was just 16... More >>

I am especially grateful that you are such an exceptional advocate for children, specifically those who are not asking to be part of a divorced family... More >>

Having my baby changed my life in ways I never expected. The minute I heard my son's very first cry, I was in awe... More >>

One of my nieces has 6 kids, all nearly grown, productive, truly nice people. She stayed home to raise them, along with a strong and loving husband, each of them demonstrating with great wit, wisdom and patience consistently great parenting. She once told me a story that illustrated all these qualities... More >>

My dad, with no college degree, provided for a family of four and allowed my mom to stay home and raise us. He was always there when we had soccer games or other events... More >>

It's true - I hear your voice saying to me 'Don't be a nagging wife,' and I smile sweetly and love him... More >>

...I am only 51 years old, and I hear many young women accepting your advice and trying to change. They need to listen, because they are the future... More >>