Cheri NewellJul 12 minHIDE 'N SEEKWHERE ARE YOU, KITTY? Brooks shoved our cat, Lennon, into his chest of nine drawers. "Mommy, look what my kitty can do!" He shut the...
Cheri NewellDec 1, 20221 minCHRISTMASElfin Work My kids are infatuated with elves! Why? Elves are magical creatures... doing Santa’s work... making toys for kids all over the...
Cheri NewellMar 1, 20222 minTOOTH FAIRYDo I get a prize for bravery? When Brittany lost her front tooth, we celebrated the occasion. It was a big deal! "Will the space in my...
Cheri NewellJan 15, 20222 minNEW BEGINNINGSGrateful We were driving along the cliffs of Palos Verdes on our way to dinner. The clear sky was a kaleidoscope of color as the sun...
Cheri NewellOct 15, 20213 minCHOCOLATE HIGH Where's My Halloween candy? “Mom, where’s my Halloween candy?” Jordan asked. "In a safe place," I replied. "But it's mine," Jordan...
Cheri NewellSep 1, 20212 minPRINCE-A-PALRULES SCHOOL! When Brittany was a toddler, we spent long nights reading stories before bedtime. Her favorite stories were fairytales......
Cheri NewellJun 1, 20212 minBEACH TREASUREDid you know fairies live at the beach? "Look, Sissy, a seashell!" Jordan pointed excitedly. "It's beautiful, Jordy." Charli picked up...