It was the Friday before Memorial Day. As we had in years prior, my mom, stepdad, and I planned a weekend of camping and fishing along the beautiful Susquehanna River. Mom and I decided to start the weekend early, just the two of us. That time of year can be hit or miss for the… View Post
A Letter To My Daughter — For Moms Of Difficult Ones
by Christi Straub I always hate that inevitable new baby question from well meaning friends and strangers alike, “Is she a good baby?” It infers that some babies are inherently good and others are inherently bad. No, she’s not a bad baby. But she is difficult. I’ve learned there are two basic categories of… View Post
Our Daughter Came into the World This Week—A Gift, Indeed.
Our daughter came into the world this week. As a husband, I couldn’t be more proud of my wife. As a father, I couldn’t be more grateful for the two precious gifts we call our children. Gifts, indeed. As I first entered the elevator I smelled it. You know, the hospital smell that keeps… View Post