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Am I Raising Confident Children?
Today is the last day of middle school football try-outs. My son tried out last year as a sixth grader and I still remember the night that they posted the team on the school’s website. They said it would be up at 9 pm. All the kids were anxiously sitting around the computer. I had even let the little ones stay up to share this moment. I was so proud of him for trying out that I wanted him to be surrounded by his siblings, whether his name was on that team roster or not.
Becoming A Confident Woman of Action
Sometimes you have to let everything go purge yourself. If you are unhappy with anything whatever is bringing you down get rid of it. Because you will find that when you are free, your true creativity, your true self comes out. ~ Tina Turner
I Survived the PTA – Here’s What I Learned
I received an e-mail from the school’s PTA saying that they needed volunteers to help pass out iPads and laptops to students, I signed up, glad to feel like I still able to get involved in the school community, while also hoping to catch a glimpse of my son’s future environment. (All I got was a peek inside the gym, as we were stationed outside to distribute the students’ devices.)
Building a Strong Marriage: How Teamwork and Communication Help Us Thrive Off the Court
As we approach our first wedding anniversary, I often reflect on the teamwork that goes into building a strong marriage, our marriage—especially since I’m married to a NBA champion. Derek and I both understand that building a strong marriage requires the same level of dedication and communication that kept him winning on the court. Off the court, it’s a different kind of full-court press—one built on love, appreciation, and intentionality.
Back to School for the Big Kids!
Back to school looks very different for our big-sized kids, but there are still must-have items and things to consider when you have a kiddo heading off for dorm room living.