Missy Robinson
Lately, I find myself navigating the almost-empty-nest season. With one child still in high school, two off at college, and a pair of young adult stepdaughters, my role as a mom has changed—but my heart is still deeply rooted in motherhood. My husband is my everyday hero, and my faith is the anchor that guides my choices. I work with Street Hope TN, an organization close to my heart, and when I’m not focused on our mission, I’m often wondering what my kids are up to! I love connecting with other moms because we all share the same goal: to do our best for our children, no matter what season of life we’re in. So, let’s talk about it all—the joys, the challenges, and even those wonderfully mundane moments that make life so real.
Parting Ways With My Christmas Perfectionist
I tend to be a Christmas perfectionist. I desire to create a Christmas fantasy for my children and it gets more difficult every year! I want to give gifts with meaning, create memories that...
The Sweet Side Effect Of Gratitude…Is Joy!
Joy is the end result we desire for our families and now is the best time to start on the path to get there.The curated, beautiful images we see each day can be a...
Stress-busting Tips For Our Kids
As grown ups, we know that stress is draining and affects our mood as well as our perception of daily experiences. The same is true for our kids, whether toddlers or teenagers. As a...
Quiet Quitting: Are You Part Of The Trend?
I hear the phrase "quiet quitting" every day now. Have you heard it? What do you think of the trend where individuals do the bare minimum, or maybe not even that, to remain employed?...
Middle School Mistakes I Made, And You Can Avoid
With middle school in the rear view of my parenting journey, I have been thinking about how it was a different experience for each one of our kiddos. I can certainly see how very...
How To Have A Terrible Vacation With Your Teens
I have just returned from a beach trip with our kids who are all teens. It was ripe for moody withdrawals, complaining, begging for souvenirs and eye-rolling boredom. It's not my first time vacationing...
Find Your Friends In A Disconnected World
I wish friendship was as simple as putting out a sign, and waiting for loyal, kind people with shared values to arrive. The friendships of life ebb and flow, but most people that I...