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The mom my adult kids deserve
Six years ago this month, I sat down to write my very first article for Central Penn Parent. It was called "Being Sober in a Wine Mom Culture," and I had been sober for about a month.
Crumpled bumper: how I handled my teen driver’s first car accident
I heard The Boy, my son, pull up in front of the house just after midnight, his tires crunching against the pebbles in that familiar way that tells me he's home before I even glance out the window. I remember thinking, Good. He's home safe. Now I can go to sleep.
Graduation: We did it!
Picture it: Tuesday, June 9th. Graduation Day. The ceremony is scheduled to begin promptly at 6:30 p.m., which means by 4:00 the parking lots are full and parents, grandparents, siblings, […]
Ducklings Early Learning Center opens new location in Lancaster County
Ducklings Early Learning Center announced on June 15 the opening of its newest location in East Hempfield Township, Lancaster County. This is the third location for owner Jackie Hicks and […]
Life lessons from parenthood, sobriety, and grief at 44
When I was younger, I thought wisdom arrived all at once. I imagined there was some magical age where everything suddenly made sense — where I'd have all the answers and feel completely certain about who I was and where I was going.
Raising a child while chasing a dream
My wife graduated from the nursing anesthesia program she has been working through for the past three years. She’s been graduated for three weeks now and it’s become clear with hindsight how difficult that was while raising our child, but also how much stronger we are because of it.
The Boy graduates in one week
A parent shares the emotional experience and reflections as their son prepares to graduate from high school.
Reflecting on the swift passage of family milestones
My oldest daughter, Sophie, turned 13 last month (a teenager! Heaven help me).
Learning to receive (after doing everything alone)
The author reflects on learning to accept help after years of independence, highlighting the emotional shift and support from loved ones during recovery.
Three rules I’m setting before my child goes online
As the internet becomes impossible to avoid, one Central Pennsylvania parent is already setting firm boundaries for her young daughter’s future online life.
Learning the art of toddler compromise
As we come through a particularly testing period with our toddler full of major adjustments and changes, I am recognizing a shift in what’s expected of me as a parent.
Navigating senioritis during high school senior year
We’re in the final countdown of The Boy’s senior year of high school, and if I had to sum it up, I’d say it’s been about 10% effort and 90% vibe.
