by Mardie Caldwell | Jun 10, 2023 | Children
When that doctor says the words, “Your child has cancer,” it is devastating. It takes time to overcome the shock and process all your emotions which probably range from fear and anger to sadness. Once you do, you move on to seeking all the information you...
by Mardie Caldwell | May 6, 2023 | Children
Did you know that the average household spends $3,568 annually on entertainment? That figure seems jarring to most. If you’ve been looking for ways to save money, finding free or cheap family fun ideas can help! You don’t need to spend much money to...
by Mardie Caldwell | Apr 7, 2023 | Adoption
Easter Blessings to you! Lately, I keep seeing the word “victory.” We pray for your victory through adoption that you will be blessed soon with the answer to the prayer you’ve been diligently lifting up in faith. Isn’t victory what Easter is all about?...
by Mardie Caldwell | Mar 4, 2023 | recipes
St. Patrick’s Day is coming up, and it’s a holiday full of many great Irish traditions and cultural sentiments. And where there are traditions, there will be food and drinks to carry them out, from cabbage and corned beef to green beer and whiskey! Why not...
by Mardie Caldwell | Feb 11, 2023 | my life
Are you one of the millions of Americans diagnosed with seasonal affective disorder, or SAD? Seasonal affective disorder is a form of temporary depression that tends to occur in the fall and winter when the days are shorter, and there’s less daylight. A...
by Mardie Caldwell | Jan 7, 2023 | Motivational speaker, my life
This year, the word “intention” should become one of the most powerful in your vocabulary. When you set life goals with intention, you’re clear on what you truly want and why. With this information in mind, you can tap into your desires to achieve...
by Mardie Caldwell | Dec 10, 2022 | Adoption, my life
Each year, a different part of the Christmas story stands out to me. A part in the very beginning tugs on my heart this year, and reminds me of the legacy you’re already preparing for your adopted child. When I decided to pursue adoption, I...
by Mardie Caldwell | Nov 5, 2022 | Adoption, my life
November holds a special place in my heart because it is recognized across the U.S. as National Adoption Month. This month is the perfect opportunity to share the beauty of modern adoption. I know the deep-seated need that motivates couples to seek adoption,...
by Mardie Caldwell | Oct 15, 2022 | Adoption
When I was adopting 36 years ago, I had to figure things out on my own. Open adoption was still new back then, and independent adoption was all but unheard of. I didn’t have any adoption advice to go by. But I was so ready to be a mom and do everything I could...
by Mardie Caldwell | Sep 17, 2022 | Adoption
Many hopeful adoptive mothers wonder, “Can I breastfeed my adopted baby without being pregnant?” For those adopting a newborn, breastfeeding can seem out of reach. But it’s not! With the right information, guidance, and plenty of support, you can...
