Wendy Mattox

Wendy Ann Mattox is a writer for the "Parenting With Passion" column for Boise Family Magazine. She has written two books, "Babysitting Activities: Fun with Kids of All Ages" and "Babysitting Skills: Traits and Training for Success."

• Sharing Custody of My Kids: An Invitation to Rest in God

  I would count down the days till I would see my little girls again. I was sure no one else could love them adequately. I wanted and needed that job.