Previously on Motherlode…

Note from the mamas: Congratulations to Angela Howrey, winner of the Rick Springfield tickets and Burger Life deliciousness! Attention all mamas who once had a crush (and maybe still do) on Rick Springfield: We’re giving […]

Maybe there’s something in the water around here. Because you’ve gotta admit… the kids in our neck of the woods are just cuter than average. We’re just sayin’. If you’re skeptical, just take a look […]

22 “While the earth remains, Seedtime and harvest, Cold and heat, Winter and summer, And day and night shall not cease.”  Genesis 8:22 (NKJV) By Bro. John L. Cash, “Country Preacher Dad” I read a […]

By Gwen Rockwood, newspaper columnist and mama of 3 It has been almost a year since Percy, the Persistent Stray Cat, insisted that we rescue her from her skinny existence in the woods. After 12 […]

Denise, Can dogs get depressed? My dog seems really lethargic and sad lately. Thanks. Dear Mama: Some people don’t believe dogs have feelings, but I’m not one of them. So, to answer your question, yes, […]

As a mom, it’s pretty easy to know my child’s physical needs — good food, safe housing, plenty of sleep and exercise. But children’s mental and emotional needs aren’t as obvious. Good mental health allows […]

By Jade Stone I hope this finds you thoroughly enjoying your summer! I personally think Satan should take his weather back. If ever there was a doubt in my mind, after enduring this crazy heat, […]

Note from the mamas: Congratulations to Bethany Stephens, Flip winner! So here’s what happened. Back when we joined the rest of civilization and set up our very first Facebook page for nwaMotherlode, it was set […]