As the youngest of seven children, the rest of who seemed to come in pairs and have 'older' interests, I spent hours playing by myself while they were in school... More >>

My little sister is my best friend. It has not always been this way, but I value her friendship more than any other human being (other than my husband)... More >>

My little sister is my best friend. It has not always been this way, but I value her friendship more than any other human being (other than my husband)... More >>

I first learned I would be a father via a phone call. Not that unusual, I know, but there's a twist: this was a call from a county worker. More >>

I had a very disheartening phone conversation with one sister about our other sister, who has an 18-month-old baby. More >>

I first learned I would be a father via a phone call. Not that unusual, I know, but there's a twist: this was a call from a county worker. More >>

Siblings naturally fight and argue, and most of us have experienced fighting with our brothers or sisters while growing up. But what should you do when sibling rivalry takes on the tone of bullying? More >>

My Dad was the hardest working man I know. He used to work 3 jobs so my mom could stay home... More >>

My daughter and I have had a challenging relationship since before she was even born. She arrived two weeks late and I learned quickly she would only do things when she was damn good and ready... More >>

I came from an alcoholic, violent, and incestuous family. I am the youngest of 6 children. We are all grown adults with grown children of our own... More >>