by Mardie Caldwell | Aug 13, 2022 | my life
I am always impressed when I meet a young man whose parents raised him with good manners. I think that is because today, too many young people are glued to their phones, with earbuds in, letting real life pass them by. Are you a boy mom? Know that you can...
by Mardie Caldwell | Jul 16, 2022 | Motivational speaker
Sometimes getting what we want is as simple as asking for it. But more often than not, we need to work a little harder to get it. How you ask for something in your relationship, life, or career can determine if you will be able to get it. Here are some...
by Mardie Caldwell | Jun 11, 2022 | my life
Getting together with family members you haven’t seen in a long time can be a wonderful, enjoyable experience. And with the kids out of school, the summertime is the perfect time to plan a fun family reunion! Many people remember that family reunions back...
by Mardie Caldwell | May 6, 2022 | Adoption, Faith, my life
“This is the day that the Lord has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it.” – Psalms 118:24 Mother’s Day. It is a beautiful day for some mothers-in-waiting, filled with hope for the future. For others, it is a reminder of the blessings...
by Mardie Caldwell | Mar 12, 2022 | Adoption
It’s all paid off. Your adoption journey has taken the most amazing turn ever, and you are preparing to welcome your new child into your life! Everyone involved has some type of emotion they are dealing with, from sheer excitement and happiness to doubt and...
by Mardie Caldwell | Feb 12, 2022 | Business, Motivational speaker
Many careers today demand 50 to 60-hour work weeks, which results in quick, unhealthy meals, and skipped workouts. Professional environments today encourage us to work harder and faster, often harming our health and wellbeing. Self-care is required for our...
by Mardie Caldwell | Nov 6, 2021 | Adoption
The month of November is special to me for many reasons. It marks the beginning of the holiday season, starting with Thanksgiving, a wonderful day for families to gather and give thanks for the blessings in their lives. November is also special to me because it is...
by Mardie Caldwell | Sep 3, 2021 | my life
Whether you’re throwing a birthday party, baby shower, wedding shower, or a party “just because,” one thing I’ve discovered that never fails is the “theme.” If your party has a theme, it will practically plan itself from...
by Mardie Caldwell | Aug 7, 2021 | my life
It’s been a topsy-turvy year and a half! Now, school is getting ready to open up again, and while getting kids ready for back-to-school is a yearly tradition, this year may have some added issues. Last year was full of unexpected home-schooling and...
by Mardie Caldwell | Jul 10, 2021 | Adoption
The most common fear that hopeful adoptive parents have is that the birth mother changes her mind and that the adoption will come to an end. At my adoption center, we do all that we can do to make sure that we are alert to potential “red flags” in each of...
