Author Archives: Annie Shultz

Annie lives in the woods of Kansas with her 3 very young children. Christ, her family and writing are driving passions within her life. She is an eternal optimist and strives to encourage others with her sweet heart and huge smile. You can read her Kansas mom blog at MamaDweeb.com and follow her on Twitter @MamaDweeb.

Depression and Parenting – Seek help

It comes out in different ways. Some moments I just lie in bed and cry. Other days I look around with hopelessness at the wreck my house is in and see no way out. Or I sit in church, surrounded by friends, only to feel alone and numb. My smile feels like a lie and…

Carefree Laughter: a daily multivitamin

Laughter is a good medicine. It balms the soul when the waves of anxiety buffet.  It clears the mind when lists and deadlines loom. It reminds us that life is still fun even if we do not enjoy the responsibilities consuming our thoughts. What is there to laugh at? A silly hat on a toddler’s…