The Lost Ring
Stress, tears, relief… three feelings moms experience often, maybe even daily. Being a mom is the BEST job ever, but let’s face it, it can get complicated... especially when you lose your wedding ring! >>>READ FULL BLOG
Firsts for a Family
“The corn looks like tiny little ants and the houses look like toy houses. Mom was right,” Olivia squealed. Not only were my kids up in the air, they were going to Florida where new sites and adventure awaited them. This was a time of “firsts” for our family on many levels. >>>READ FULL BLOG
I Believe
‘Tis the season for a timeless parenting question. How old should your kids be when you have the “Santa Claus” talk? What? What are you talking about? I know… it’s hard for me to even ask that question. But, as a mom, I feel like other people ruin the magic too soon. >>>READ FULL BLOG
More than Football
As parents, we do our best to try and shield our kids from troubling topics. And here we were faced with a story about a former Penn State coach who sexually abused children…children about the same age as my son. >>>READ FULL BLOG
We're Off to See the Wizard
Follow the yellow brick road… the Vanderfords we’re off to see the wizard for Halloween this year! >>>READ FULL BLOG
A Crazy Morning
OK... I just had to share. Moms and Dads, you know how crazy mornings can be. Well, here's what happened at the Vanderford household today. >>>READ FULL BLOG
The Effects of 9/11
Where were you on September 11th 2001? During this month, we've been remembering that fateful day ten years ago. It had an impact on how I viewed the world, and on what was most important to me. >>>READ FULL BLOG
Starting School, Then and Now
Last week, our TV station asked for pictures of us starting school. It’s so fun to look back at these “old” pictures. I now think about my two kids starting school. Sure, the anticipation and mix of emotions are still the same, but the settings have changed a bit. >>>READ FULL BLOG
She's an American Girl
She’s All-American and will cost you $100. It’s the American Girl and the company's motto is about celebrating girls and all that they can be. Granted these dolls are adorable, but as parents you have to be prepared to shell out the cash for happy little girls. >>>READ FULL BLOG
Overheard Going to Vacation Bible School
Recently my kids attended the Vacation Bible School put on at our babysitter’s church called "PandaMania"! Sure, the kids LOVED the theme, but Jon and I loved the “kidmania” that we experienced on our morning drive to the church. >>>READ FULL BLOG