The Ladies of Our Lineage

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Her name was Evelyn, and she spent most of her life in Florida. I want you to picture her red hair, probably wavy from all that salty air. She had five children and was married to a railroad man....
While I might be biased, I think moms are kinda the best thing in the world. Seriously, we rock. We cook, clean, make sure everyone is happy (oh, the laughable, impossible task!), and try so darn hard at pretty...
Family Picture Day. These three little words strike more fear in a mama’s heart than almost any other combination of words in the English vocabulary. If you watch closely, her eyes will dilate and her deodorant will be put...

The Case for Godparents

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Who doesn’t want a fairy godmother? You know, someone who just waves her magic wand and makes sure you are looking exceptionally flawless and have the best. shoes. ever. I remember when I was growing up that I had this...

An Aisle Full of Compassion

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Paper plates. Wrapping paper. Plastic forks. Tissue paper. A mama's to-do list seems endless at times, and my most recent assignment to the nearest Dollar Tree was no different. Except for the fact that I was running this errand...
I love a good internet meme or inspirational quote. One of my favorites says, "We've been friends so long, I can't remember who is the bad influence." You've probably seen and shared similar quotes on social media. These days...
There have been so many clouds hanging over humanity lately: weather, politics, crimes, and sexism to name today’s headlines. I strive to see the peaks of light, but every once in a while, life overwhelms me with sadness and...
Everything has a culture: a school, a family, a country, a state, a company. Any group of people under a similar identity has a culture that helps unite it. After getting married, my husband and I began building our...

Will Someone Shoot Us?

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“Mama, will someone shoot us when we are at church?” It's a valid question from an eight-year-old Texan. Texas, Las Vegas, New York City, and more. Dr. Sears and Dr. Spock forgot the chapter on Children Coping with Mass Shootings. What to...

I Promise You Belong

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Hey, you! Yeah, you! I promise you belong here. I know you’re looking around the room worried that no one has your problems. No one else’s kids are wearing mismatched socks and a little bit of their breakfast on their...
There were many times as a young woman when I often wondered if I wanted children. I know now that that hesitation was a good thing. I have friends who married and had children much earlier than I did....
I know what you’re thinking. You’re probably clenching and bracing yourself for a heaping helping of sanctimommy. Hear me out. I took my kids to martial arts today. They’re only seven, so I stay there while they take their 45-minute class....
Unless you have been on a social media cleanse (lucky you!), you’ve probably noticed numerous posts beginning with “#metoo” lately. This tag originated with Tarana Burke, a survivor of assault who was looking for a way to provide “empowerment...
Disclaimer: This post is the fourth in a series about one ACMB Team Member’s experience with infant loss. (Click here to read “Our Firstborn: A Journal .”) We understand that this post may include language and ideas that are...

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Best Day Trips Near San Antonio: Fun with the Kids in...

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Buckle up, fellow parents! If you’ve ever wanted to get out of town for the day, but weren't sure where to go that would...

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