A Gallon a Day

Linger Longer

Time . . . a precious resource that we yearn for more of. If time went fast before you became a parent, now it truly vanishes before your eyes. Babies turn to toddlers and suddenly your child is driving off to college, and your begging God for just a little more time. There is never enough time in the day to accomplish our aspirations. We whirl from one task to another, resenting distractions that take too long and steal our time....

From Mama to Mom: Journey of a Boymom

When our oldest son turned five, my husband was depressed at the thought of our little boy growing so big. He resisted that birthday more than any other we’ve experienced. At the time, it didn’t seem to me like that big of a deal. We still had lots of babies underfoot and I felt like five was still so young. But I think my husband saw down a road I was too distracted or too afraid to look. He saw our babies growing...

Surviving Adolescence

Adolescence: that lovely time of your life when you are the only person you know who isn’t dumb. It’s a lonely place, where very few understand or appreciate your genius. We all remember it. Most of us have a few embarrassing stories that still linger in the recesses of our mind. It’s marked by awkwardness, lanky limbs, questionable hygiene, and strong scents. We can see the body changing from child to adult,...

About Kim

I am blessed to be the mother of seven children,one girl and six boys. That’s right, I said 6 boys and blessed in the same sentence.

I Love You and I Like You

I have always LOVED reading and writing stories. I Love You and I Like You is my first published book. This story was inspired by my son, who one night while being tucked into bed whispered, “I love you Mom, and I like you too”.

News and Events

Although it is exciting enough to write a book and get it published, it is also exciting to read your book to children and to participate in book signings. Here are some events involving my book.

A Gallon a Day

I have to admit, I never thought I’d be a blogging mom! Finding something to write about is not the problem, it’s finding the time. I have always loved to write, and since I’ve had kids there’s plenty of subjects to discuss. So I guess, I just decided to make the time. Enjoy!

" Children are great imitators. So give them something great to imitate."