Krista Hagenbuch Rider
Krista is a SAHM to a Lego & Ninja loving 7 year old son. She and her husband Scott have been married 10 years and make their home in NE Portland. Krista is a runner and enjoys cooking, reading, and shopping Farmers Markets. She loves Jesus, the ocean air on her face and the smell of coffee brewing. Her guilty pleasures are red wine, Honey Mamas raw fudge and watching Scandal, sometimes all three at once!
The Ghosts of Mother’s Day Past, Present, and Future
A day to celebrate motherhood, mother figures, and the mothers in our lives. Yes, Mother's Day is near. The word mother is a noun, adjective, and...
What to Consider When Considering Kindergarten
To kindergarten or not to kindergarten? That is a question for many parents with children who have birthdays on the months immediately preceding the cutoff...
The Tea House: A Mama’s Respite
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A Groundhog Day Tradition
Groundhog Day is a special holiday for my family, with a memorable, fun tradition from my childhood.
The telephone would ring several times before it was...
Hello, Advice Nurse? When Concern is Greeted with Compassion
While I do not yet consider myself a seasoned mom, I also no longer feel like a new mom, either. Grateful for the growing...
Returning to Work After Seven Years: The First Four Weeks
The idea of returning to work after being home with my son since his birth seven years ago was just that, an idea. There were...
Rage Against Athletic Shorts: A Boy Mom Confession
Seven years into motherhood and I find myself in contention with an unwavering opponent; one that is more fierce than Lego pieces, more resilient...
The Gift of Grandparents
Grandparents and gifts; two words that often go together. On Grandparents Day, I find myself reflecting not back on my own relationships, but at...
Winning the Mom Olympics
The XXXI Summer Olympics are upon us. The world's greatest athletes are gathering in Rio de Janeiro to display their best and compete for the coveted...
When You’re Fatherless on Father’s Day
Despite the fact that it was four years ago, I remember so clearly spinning the rack, looking for a Father's Day card for my...