Most days, when I got home from work, I rushed in the front door and basically searched the house until I found all the kids and my wife, hugged all of them and began the task of telling each other about our days. Today was different. I stood outside with my hand on the knob, just staring at my feet. I noticed a huge stain covering WEL so the mat just said COME. How long had that stain been th...

We crossed the street just as the rain began falling. The girls’ bags were nearly full so I figured if we had to cut it short, they wouldn’t feel too disappointed. Sophia wore a long blond wig, and her Elsa dress was warm and sequined to the collar, so I had no worries for her. Kate on the other hand insisted upon wonder woman in her island finery, faux leather halter and miniskirt to match. T...