by Caroline Crocker | Aug 26, 2025 | Being a woman, Faith, Family
You’ve seen them. Those signs that say, “Bless this mess,” or something like that. And, of course, we all know that a bit of mess can feel homey, comfortable. I never mind seeing stuff out when I visit someone, mainly because it’s not my...
by Caroline Crocker | Jun 24, 2025 | Being a woman, Faith
I am a woman—a Caucasian human female. Therefore, my life should be easy—and it was and is, to a large degree. But, after reading a couple of books in my book club that highlighted the challenges of being a female in the recent past, ruminating on how my life...
by Caroline Crocker | Oct 9, 2024 | Being a woman, Family
Standing in my family room is a grandfather clock—not just any grandfather clock. This is the one that has known me for my entire adult life. Purchased in England The clock was purchased in England in 1976 when my family immigrated there. I was 18. For the next three...
by Caroline Crocker | Sep 6, 2024 | Being a woman, Faith
Not an Influencer Not all of us want to be famous, but let’s be honest. We all want to be remembered for something, even if we’ll never be an “influencer.” After a recent gathering of writers, where one could hear book descriptions from every side, I thought about the...
by Caroline Crocker | Jan 25, 2024 | Being a woman, Family
A Mom’s Cry “Hey Mom, what do you want for your birthday?” Who has heard this question and been tempted to answer this way: Maybe a moment of peace? A long bath while ALONE in the bathroom? To only have to dress one body in the morning? Motherhood is Hard My...
