mother's day Archives - Kathryn Whitaker

Skiing the Slopes of Motherhood Together

“Ski with people better than you!” my mom yelled at me from the top of the slopes in Angel Fire, N.M. Of course, I was terrified to find myself staring down a double black diamond with a bunch of teenage boys filled with zero fear. It was then I wondered if I should throw her…

Mother’s Day 2012

Last Sunday was beautiful! We had a kah-razy Saturday, so we ended up going to Mass on Sunday morning. Not our usual gig (we’re typically Saturday night attendees) but I really enjoyed starting our Sunday morning at Mass. The kids actually wore what I asked them; only one child lodged a complaint. Not bad odds. We…

Motherhood

Really, where does one begin? I was so selfish and righteous and lazy (!) before I became a mom. My children bring out the best in me. If they get my worst, it’s all on me. They have been my lessons in: patience.humility.laughter.finding joy in the little stuff.heartache.pain.trust.faith.hope.having wipes in the van at all times.flexibility.manners.and most…