I have noticed that most of the adoption pieces floating around the internet are geared towards people who are adopting or considering adoption. That makes sense, yes, but they're not raising a whole … [Read more...] about “That’s Not Your REAL Kid”
Charity Begins At Home
In light of our VERY FIRST DS+D charity event at Restyle Child (in Birmingham, Michigan) to benefit the "Wish Upon A Teen" foundation, I bring you this post from February of … [Read more...] about Charity Begins At Home
When You Have A Broken Heart
My little one (7 years old) recently asked what she’s supposed to do if I die. Her sister (9 years old) didn’t seem quite as concerned (not even a little), but I decided to share my answer with both … [Read more...] about When You Have A Broken Heart
Intrusive In Laws, Awkward Moments and Family Questions
Welcome to Mailbag Monday 7.0! Our first question comes from the Dim Sum and Doughnuts email inbox: Hi, I have a husband and 3 kids. We are both Greek and our family life is a lot like the movie … [Read more...] about Intrusive In Laws, Awkward Moments and Family Questions
When Your Kid Comes Home From Camp
When your kid comes home from camp, he’s going to be different. He’ll be taller, older and dirty(ish). He’ll be happy to see you, but missing camp. He'll show his love by stomping around and mumbling … [Read more...] about When Your Kid Comes Home From Camp
If You Should Fall
During the winter of 2015, one of my friends posted a video chronicling three different athletes and their road to the Olympics. The video started on the ice when the athletes were babies. They were … [Read more...] about If You Should Fall
The Easier Way To Live
(From The Archives, March 2013) What’s so ironic about Dim Sum and Doughnuts is that I’m writing it so my girls have something of “me” when they get older, but, at the same time, I never have any … [Read more...] about The Easier Way To Live
When You’re Feeling Left Out
In the last month, five different people from five different age groups have said something to me about feeling "left out” of friendships. FIVE different people. FIVE different age groups. I guess … [Read more...] about When You’re Feeling Left Out
You’re Not Alone (X)
I’m not saying these are all about me. I’m just saying if you feel ANY of it, you’re not alone. You’re not alone if… 1. Your house is a mess and so is your hair and your nails and pretty much … [Read more...] about You’re Not Alone (X)
LEGENDS AND WARRIORS
I love everyone when I first meet them. I have always been like that. It's how I am. From there, I will either love you more, the same, or less. I work from the top down. My husband is the opposite. … [Read more...] about LEGENDS AND WARRIORS
