Welcome to Family Life & Connection

Welcome to Family Life & Connection

Welcome to the Family Life & Connection section of Downeast Diaries.

Families are messy, wonderful, and downright unpredictable—but they’re at the heart of everything we do, aren’t they? This space is where I share the laughs, the tears, and the lessons learned from being a mom, a grandma, and someone who treasures the connection that family brings.

Here, you’ll find:

• Stories about the joys (and chaos!) of grandkids.
• How my dogs taught me more about unconditional love than I thought possible.
• Reflections on building bonds through generations, even in the face of challenges.

Whether you’re here to laugh along with the madness of family life or to reflect on your own experiences, you’ll find inspiration, honesty, and maybe a glimpse of your own story in mine.