By: Heather Desmond O’Neill I did it. I can’t believe I actually did it. I booked a trip to Walt Disney World. I booked a trip to Walt Disney World … in August. The temperature and the crowds will most likely be unbearable …. But I couldn’t be more excited! This will be our first … More Disney
By: Heather Desmond O’Neill There are definitely two teams in our house. Us against them. We have to stick together. If we don’t, our children may realize that ultimately we really have no power. There are fabrications that we have told our children to keep the upper hand. After the kids are in bed, sometimes … More Untruths
By: Heather Desmond O’Neill My husband has taught me a lot about fatherhood. He is devoted, loving and takes great pride in the two little monsters we created. Here are 4 things in particular that I have learned about fatherhood from him: Lead by example – My husband treats me with respect at all times … More What I’ve Learned From My Husband
By: Heather Desmond O’Neill Dear Parent of a High School Special Education Student, I applaud you. I know you have fought for what you believe is best for your child. I know this road has not been easy. I congratulate you on making it this far. But it’s time to start letting go of the … More Dear Parent of a High School Special Education Student
By: Heather Desmond O’Neill Finally. The weather is nice enough for me to drive with my windows open. One of the small things in life that I enjoy is driving with my windows open, radio on, all alone. It’s like I’m a different person – Alone in a car; Listening to what I want; As … More My Alone Time
By: Heather Desmond O’Neill As part of my job, I’m constantly asking teenagers what their vision is for their future. It’s a bit overwhelming to be 14 years old, sitting at a table full of adults – some you know, some you don’t – and have to answer a question about what you want to … More Where Will They Be?
By: Heather Desmond O’Neill “Mama, I want to have a rock star birthday party!” says my soon-to-be six-year-old. I guess it would be a nice change from the Gymnastics place where everyone seems to be having his or her parties (including us, last year). There is a small hall not far from where we live … More A Rocking Good Birthday Party
By: Kevin O’Neill So a while back the Wifey told me she was going to be a Mommy Blogger. She seemed excited and I thought it was a great idea. The other day as she was brainstorming topics, she asked me to write one, a sort of a husband/dad point of view of a wife/mom. I … More The Hubby Dominates a Blog
By: Heather Desmond O’Neill I love hanging out with my kids. Just the other day I came home exhausted from work and my little guy (3-years-old) asked me if I wanted to have a tickle party. How could I refuse? We giggled and laughed for 45 minutes. It was the best part of my day. … More Hanging Out
By: Heather Desmond O’Neill Every so often I write a letter to one of my boys – my charming first-born son, my enchanting second-born son or my endearing, loving husband. I keep a journal next to my bed and write them letters that I’m not sure they will ever read. A dear friend of mine … More Journal
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