by Gayla Grace | Feb 26, 2019 | Blog, stepfamily relationships
How did we get here? She felt the knot in her stomach tighten as the phone rang, knowing her husband was visiting his son in prison. Familiar feelings of anger, fear, and shame flooded her heart. How did we get here? she thought. My stepmom friend, Nancy, had never...
by Gayla Grace | Sep 25, 2018 | Blog, stepparenting
My heart ached as I read the stepmom’s plea for help. “I feel lost. I used to be confident and joyful. Most days now I feel tired and off target. I don’t even know who I am anymore. Can you help?” I understood her feelings. It’s not...
by Gayla Grace | Mar 20, 2018 | Blog, stepparenting
I talk to stepparents all the time who blame themselves for a poor relationship with their stepchild. “If only I had more patience with my stepchild, if only I had more time to spend with him, if only, if only, if only.” The truth is, it...
by Gayla Grace | Feb 6, 2018 | Blog, stepfamily relationships, Uncategorized
Blending families can create a unique set of problems. Sometimes it may seem solutions are hard to find. Today, my friend, Holly Robinson, shares some tips for creating a cordial relationship with the ex-wife. Please welcome Holly, read her story, and share your...
by Gayla Grace | Jan 11, 2018 | Blog, stepparenting, Uncategorized
Today I share a guest blog post by a fellow stepmom: Julie Langley of Shreveport, LA. Her story as a stepmom offers comfort and hope! I have both married and single friends. Those with kids and those without. Some knew they wanted to be parents from the moment...