I had kind of a weird thing happen at work a few months ago. In the mornings, a few of us sit in the lobby waiting for the kids who were still arriving (late). One of the moms stayed back to talk. After a few minutes, the conversation turned to how she went to a … Continue reading Racism And My White Privilege
Author: Emily Parker | the6parkers
Mom blogger with a family created through adoption. I love to put on costumes, do geeky stuff, collect animals, cook, and talk about my kids.
Finishing My College Adventure
Well, after the financial aid drama (which I finally got!) and the pure adjustment to doing homework again, I have finished my spring semester and only have one semester left. I will be taking 2 classes over the summer and then I will be done! I can't put into words how truly excited and proud … Continue reading Finishing My College Adventure
Quality Time With Your Teen
It's so hard with teens/young adult kids. I call them all teens but only two of them technically are. Even my little William is now 21. You are far away from the days when they are all over you and driving you bonkers. You know, those days when you yearned for a break and people … Continue reading Quality Time With Your Teen
How Not To Ride An Electric Scooter
Before the holidays are completely in the past, I would be remiss in not telling this story. The kids are quite amused by my skills on the electric scooter so maybe you will be too. Ha. Did you know that I'm a bit clumsy? I have never been accused of being graceful. And definitely, no … Continue reading How Not To Ride An Electric Scooter
It Was A Chinese Christmas
This was a quiet Christmas. We had a death in the family and no one was feeling particularly festive. I focused on making sure the kids enjoyed the day and they did. So it was a success. Brian and I were ready to cook dinner. I was tired so I wasn't really looking forward to it. … Continue reading It Was A Chinese Christmas
Maybe Everything Does Happen For A Reason
Being a working mom is challenging; basically everyone knows that. Around 10 years ago, I attempted to go back to work full-time and become one of those working moms. My three kids were so little and we were going through the adoption process with Kaleb. There was a lot going on and honestly, it was … Continue reading Maybe Everything Does Happen For A Reason
I Thought I Was Getting Scammed At Work
Scammers are a part of reality now. It really is depressing that you have to keep your guard up so much because you just don't know who you can trust. I have had a couple of scammy experiences already like when I thought I was being hired for a work from home job or when … Continue reading I Thought I Was Getting Scammed At Work
I Just Want To Be Liked
You know how they say that when you get older, you stop caring what people think of you? I have heard that too. Well, I'm older but I'm apparently not one of those people. 😁 I do feel more confident, the older I get. But, yeah, I still care. What can I say? I just … Continue reading I Just Want To Be Liked
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