by tmom-dfw26 | Sep 12, 2026 | Blended Parenting
Yesterday marked 25 years since September 11, 2001. Like so many people, it had me thinking about where we were that day and just how much life has happened since. Technology Man and I ended up pulling out old photo albums. Remember those? Actual photographs....
by tmom-dfw26 | Mar 31, 2014 | Blended Parenting
In honor of my step-daughter’s 15th birthday I thought I would describe for you some of the ups and downs of my first 13 years with the title, Stepmom. As you know there are two sides to every story, two perspectives of every event and different definitions of what is...
by tmom-dfw26 | Mar 13, 2014 | Blended Parenting
No one can deny that growing up in a divorced family is quite different than growing up in a nuclear family. No doubt about it. But what are the farther reaching effects on the kids than the obvious of having one home or two? Parents or step-parents? One holiday or...
by tmom-dfw26 | Feb 11, 2014 | Blended Parenting
You’ve heard it time and time again. Forgive, forget and move on. Easier said than done, my friend, easier said than done. In a divorced or blended family, forgiveness takes on a whole new depth and dimension. We’re not just talking about snapping at someone rudely...
by tmom-dfw26 | Jan 21, 2014 | Blended Parenting
Through my years of being a custodial step-mom, I have always looked for ways to create a bond with my step-daughter. I am not her biological mom and yet she has lived 85% of her life with me and her father for the last ten years. My heart’s desire is for her “enjoy”...
by tmom-dfw26 | Jan 9, 2014 | Blended Parenting
If I had a dollar for every article I’ve read about a blended family parent complaining about how “the Ex” doesn’t keep up with their kids’ stuff, I’d have a well-padded nest egg! I understand this issue first hand and Technology Man and I found a simple solution. The...
