Yellow jackets! Flying crazily in and out of a space between our Hardy Plank siding and the outer wall of our house. Hundreds of these ferocious critters had invaded that slim space doing who knows what! What if they managed to get inside? A home invasion—could that happen? "Of course it could!" my Worst Case... Continue Reading →
In a week or less, UVA first years, transfer and returning students are moving into on-grounds and C'ville housing from all over the nation. Our MomsHooPray Move-In Tips are culled from a variety of sources and compiled over the last 15 years; they're sure to help you or someone you know. If you're not already... Continue Reading →
Be honest. Over the past years, months or weeks, did you "give way to anxiety or unease?" What about allowing your "mind to dwell on difficulty or troubles?" Have you struggled with "a state of anxiety and uncertainty over actual or potential problems?" Don't beat yourself up—most of us feel we need to be worried... Continue Reading →
The official start of Autumn is just around the corner—and already—the Off Grounds Housing Panic has set in. In hopes of keeping you and your Hoo from being swept onto the crazy train of hand wringing and confusion, our updated Housing Tips can be found in the link below. It's full of wise counsel from... Continue Reading →
The following updated post features Alyson Lee, UVA Class of 2020. Her story is an inspiration; it reminds us that God can use all things for our students' good and His glory—when we pray. (And it's a reminder that all newly registered Moms, current Moms, or Moms with graduates can ask for emergency prayer to be solicited from... Continue Reading →
As we think about and pray for our Hoos—whether they are undergrads, alumni, or doing graduate studies—we need to be spiritually ready, at the drop of a hat. Emily Van Dixhoorn, one of our amazing MomsHooPray, creatively highlights Ephesians 6:10-18 with spy movie analogies. Ready For Battle will jump-start your imagination; each one of us can be... Continue Reading →
Majoring In Prayer For Our Hoos 