Make Scents Tricia Lott Williford August 21, 2012 1 Comment “Mommy, I smell something.” He says this as he’s nestled into me for the first grader’s goodbye-and-have-a-great-day hug. “What do… Read more
Yes, And. Tricia Lott Williford August 20, 2012 13 Comments There’s an improvisational exercise called “Yes, And.” One actor presents an idea, and the other actors build on that one… Read more
Speedometer Tricia Lott Williford August 20, 2012 No Comments “Boys, you want to hear a funny story about Daddy?” “Yes. Yes. Yes.” Tucker comes from the kitchen, and Tyler… Read more
Good Morning, Officers. Tricia Lott Williford August 19, 2012 3 Comments The police came to our house this morning. 7:42 AM. Someone (who is small and lives here) triggered the alarm… Read more
Our Fun Tricia Lott Williford August 18, 2012 2 Comments “Guys, what do you like best about our family?” “I like that I am allowed to go to the bathroom… Read more
5280 Magazine: Wife, Reborn. Tricia Lott Williford August 17, 2012 6 Comments This week, I did a phone interview with Robert Sanchez, senior staff writer with 5280 magazine. Robert and I worked… Read more
Just Do This One Thing. Tricia Lott Williford August 16, 2012 1 Comment “I hope this question isn’t too personal . . . but, are you still seeing your therapist?” I am. And… Read more
For the Night Tricia Lott Williford August 15, 2012 3 Comments “I’m here for the night, but I’ll die in the morning,” he told me. He looked healthy and strong. Why… Read more
The Inferno of School Supplies Tricia Lott Williford August 15, 2012 10 Comments I’ve often said that I believe hell will be a version of grocery shopping with small children. A closer degree… Read more
Thanks and Please Tricia Lott Williford August 13, 2012 3 Comments “Dear God, Thank you that Mommy is an author. Please help her to be a good one and not get… Read more
The Words of Paul, The Voice of Robb Tricia Lott Williford August 13, 2012 2 Comments Sometimes when I read Paul’s letters in the Bible, I read them in Robb’s voice to me. In my mind,… Read more
I Don’t Have To Go To Church Tricia Lott Williford August 11, 2012 8 Comments In a day of grace and permission, why do I go to church every weekend? I don’t have to. I’m… Read more
Parting Words Tricia Lott Williford August 11, 2012 7 Comments “Mommy, before you go,” to a meeting of creative artists, “I need to tell you something. You look very weird.”… Read more
Strength Tricia Lott Williford August 9, 2012 5 Comments We are praying each night for our friend Jenna, a most tender-hearted and lovely 15-year-old girl in our life who… Read more
Joy, Sorrow, Grief, and Love. Tricia Lott Williford August 9, 2012 9 Comments “I have finished grieving, but that doesn’t mean I don’t love him.” I have paired these two clauses together to… Read more
Preliterate Tricia Lott Williford August 7, 2012 1 Comment Tyler asked for a Kindle. I asked him to go ahead and learn to read this year in kindergarten. Then… Read more
Still Tricia Lott Williford August 7, 2012 2 Comments Three pieces of mail for Robb today. I have finished grieving. Still, I cry out loud. Read more
One Thing is Certain Tricia Lott Williford August 6, 2012 7 Comments “Mommy, let’s pray for the New Daddy.” I love this suggestion, and I’ll never say no. Together we pray for… Read more
