I’ve nicknamed my mobile device Perry. The reason for that is a funny story, but let’s save that for another time. “Hey, Perry, tell me a joke. Hey Perry, what is the capital of Peru? Hey Perry, give me directions to my friend’s...

When our littles wake up or refuse to nap and show big emotions, we instinctively extend grace and compassion. As our big-feeling little ones try to accomplish day-to-day tasks, we guide them, break down big tasks into small...

I grew up in the Midwest and we raised our kids in the same area, so I am very familiar with freezing temperatures, snow, and hibernating. On the other hand, my husband grew up in California and winter for him meant rainy season...

I am a slow reader. Particularly when I’m reading to learn, I often read only as fast as I can talk—which can be incredibly slow when my Missouri drawl comes out—or if I start portraying different characters’ voices—which I...