I think that the term “home-making” can be intimidating–either we imagine a frumpy, dedicated housewife, or we might think of the high-pressure perfection of a Martha Stewart-type. For single parents, many of us feel like we could never compete or compare–or that we don’t have the time or resources for home-making so why bother? Well, maybe we’re not Martha Stewart or June Cleever, but we can make a comfortable and pleasant home for our families regardless. For me, I had to separate home-making from perfection. Having a cozy, comfortable home doesn’t have to mean that it looks like a movie … Continue reading →