By Greg Longey Popular culture, old wives’ tales, movies, and books told me that my life would flash before my eyes during a near-death Continue Reading
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The Weight of It
“Thank goodness! That’s it?” The words left my mouth before I could stop them. The doctor’s eyebrows lifted in surprise. “That’s not the response Continue Reading
The Bedding Upgrade That Makes Changing Sheets Surprisingly Easy
[Photo by Olga Nikiforova from Canva] Changing a duvet cover has long been one of those quiet household frustrations people accept without Continue Reading
Skills Kids Build at a Summer Camp That Focuses on Real Growth
Photo by Alexandr Podvalny on Unsplash Kids need more than books and screens to build real-life skills. Camps offer new experiences that stretch Continue Reading
When Adults Turn Childhood Into a Culture War
Children are not miniature adults. Their brains are unfinished systems still wiring emotional regulation, threat assessment, and identity formation. Continue Reading
Permission for the Wave
“It’s being tied to a chair at the bottom of an empty in-ground swimming pool. There is a giant wave looming over, waiting to crash down into the pool Continue Reading
Why Drum Lessons Are a Great Outlet for Energy and Creativity
Photo by Amaan Abid on Unsplash It is no surprise that kids are full of energy. They tap on tables, bounce to music, and turn everyday moments into Continue Reading
6 Studying Tips for High School Students
Photo by Kenny Eliason on Unsplash High school can feel overwhelming. It involves academic pressures, extracurricular activities, and social Continue Reading
Delivered
I texted my son yesterday."Love You, Bud." There it sits, suspended, hovering, steeped in memories, emotions, and even a touch of anticipation. I Continue Reading
How to Throw a Fun Birthday Party
Photo by Lidya Nada on Unsplash Throwing a birthday party is a special occasion that deserves creativity and a personal touch. Whether the party is Continue Reading
I Loved The Fight More Than I Loved You
An anonymous combat veteran I never really loved anything growing up. When I raised my right hand, I knew I loved America, July 4th was my favorite Continue Reading
How Removing Dates Reduces Guilt and Burnout
Photo by Savannah Wakefield on Unsplash Burnout rarely comes from doing too much. It comes from the feeling of always being behind. Dates on Continue Reading