I'm not a poker player by the stretch of anyone's imagination, least of all my husband, who is a genuine enthusiast. But ever since I officially became a parent two years ago, I've become quite a student of the game. And, for anyone who is a parent or seriously thinking of … [Read more...] about 4 Things Poker Has Taught Me About Parenting
About Liz Nolley Tillman
The Name Game: 5 Things I’ve Learned about Wearing my Mommy Crown as an ‘MTA’
When I first got married and became a second mom to two wonderful kids, I was often asked by my friends, “So what do the kids call you?” I used to wish I could answer back “They call me Mom” or, in Sidney Poitier style, “They call me Mrs. Tillman.” But alas, the short answer … [Read more...] about The Name Game: 5 Things I’ve Learned about Wearing my Mommy Crown as an ‘MTA’
How To Keep the “Thanks” and the “Giving” in Thanksgiving
I got home a little after 7 pm this Halloween. I’m usually home later than that thanks to my 2 hour commute. But that day I rushed to get home so that my 8 year-old’s Halloween wouldn’t be ruined by the unexpected snow storm that had led to school (and in some places Trick Or … [Read more...] about How To Keep the “Thanks” and the “Giving” in Thanksgiving
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to