On a Dragonfly's Wings

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween and remember, you are loved🎃

10/30/2026

We are so very good at hiding how we really feel because we don’t want to burden others and/or we simply don’t know how to ask.

I have a friend who several months ago asked me to check on her more often. I am so grateful. I honestly had no idea the dark place she was in because I assumed everything was good.

I’m not perfect at it…we all get busy with our own lives and forget the world is moving around us; however, it made me more conscious that even though someone appears to be fine outwardly, they might really not be.

Two-fold message… if you are struggling, please be honest and ask for what you need. AND, as human beings, let’s try harder at staying connected with those we hold dear.💙

10/28/2026

This morning a friend of OADW shared a LinkedIn post with me that feels very important to share with all of you.

Chris Coulter is a dad who lost his 15-year-old daughter to su***de 11 years ago. He started a mental health organization to help other families with teens who may be struggling.

His organization, The MentorWell, has designed the Teen Signal Check to help parents see the difference between what we consider “normal” teen angst versus signals that they need help.

This is NOT a tool to diagnose. It IS a tool to help parents understand whether they need to pursue additional support resources to help their child.

Here is the link: https://www.thementorwell.com/im-paying-attention

As parents, we don’t know what we don’t know….this tool was built to help you navigate.

And if you realize your child may need additional support, take a look at our resource page: https://onadragonflyswings.com/resources/

You are doing great. Parenting is hard.
You are enough.💙

Every one of those is a parent, aunt, coach or grandparent who stopped for three minutes to look at what they'd been noticing.

10/26/2026

🍕🦋 Could there BE any more tickets gone? 🦋🍕

Well, technically yes. There COULD be more tickets gone, but they are going FAST!
Over a third of tickets have been snagged, and we’ve got a limited number of seats left for our biggest year yet.

We sold out our last three venues, so don’t wait on this one. Your friends are already claiming their spots, and you don’t want to be the one who didn’t get a seat.

🎉 Super fun “Friends” theme
5️⃣ exciting games of BINGO
🍕 Pizza buffet dinner
🧺 Amazing donated gift baskets
🛍️ On A Dragonfly’s Wings merch for sale

📅 Fri 11/13/26 | 📍 OverTyme Grill & Taproom in Waterford
🎟️ Get your tickets NOW: https://onadragonflyswings.com/product/friendsgiving-bingo-2026-entry-ticket/

Tag your BINGO buddy and grab your seats together before they’re gone! 👇

10/24/2026

Just a reminder to all of you supporting grieving friends…

Never start a sentence with “at least”. Try it out in different scenarios and tell me how it makes you feel?

I have been told so many times, “at least you have two other children.” Yes, I am blessed beyond measure; however, it doesn’t make the pain of losing one go away. You have completely invalidated all of my feelings while simultaneously making Nikolai’s life seem unimportant.

Words matter.
If you don’t know what to say, say that.💙

10/21/2026

Our founder, Kris Miller, was recently selected as one of the 8 incredible finalists for the Waterford Area Chamber of Commerce 2026 Business Woman of the Year Award.💕

The winner will be selected based on specific criteria, and YOUR vote plays an important role in the final decision!

Click the link below to read each finalist’s bio, learn about their inspiring stories, and cast your vote.

Vote Here! https://forms.gle/R3bf68F2qiYpymne8

But don't wait! Voting closes Sunday, November 1st!

The winner will be announced LIVE at Women Rock on November 13th at M1 Concourse!

Congratulations to Kris and all of the amazing women being recognized for the impact they make in their communities.

10/19/2026

Denim and Diamonds event last night supporting our friends at Therapy Ranch 👖💎🐴

I have personally visited Therapy Ranch, met the horses and talked to the owner, Lindsay. This is an incredible place and for kids who have a hard time with talk therapy, this is an amazing experience.

Animals have the most beautiful gift of being able to really feel. They offer unconditional love and support.

As an adult, I have experienced equine therapy several times and it is my favorite.🥰

OADW was happy to help this great nonprofit fundraise to help more of our youth gain access to another form of mental wellness.

Make sure to check them out🐴💙

10/18/2026

You asked for more seats, and we heard you! 🙌
Three years of packed houses taught us something: you love this night! So for year 4, BINGO night is moving to a bigger location, with a "Friendsgiving" theme, and plenty of room for YOUR friends, family, and coworkers.
📅 Friday Nov. 13📍OverTyme Grill & Tap Room 4724 Dixie Hwy in Waterford

Reserve your spot: https://onadragonflyswings.com/product/friendsgiving-bingo-2026-entry-ticket/

10/18/2026

Last night at church there was a beautiful arrangement of white roses left from a funeral in front of the altar.

And all I could think about the entire Mass was those flowers. How beautiful and exquisite they were, and also what was the person like who received these flowers? Was this their favorite flower and chosen specifically? Or did someone choose the flower they thought the person would like because they had no idea what the favorite flower was?

Because here’s the thing…when your kid takes his own life at 15, you have most likely never had this conversation with him. Did Nikolai have a favorite flower? I still don’t know. Should I have known that? Do boys even have favorite flowers?

When we went to the florist to pick out flowers, the woman asked us who Nikolai was as a person. We said he was pure joy and chaos and funny and lovable and kind and fearless. And she designed arrangements that were literally a mish mash of chaos in an extraordinary way. It fit Nikolai to a “T”.

Seven years later…still things I think about.💙

10/15/2026

🍰 Happy National Dessert Day! 🍰

Here at On A Dragonfly’s Wings, we believe taking care of our minds and bodies goes hand in hand. 💛

Food is fuel for growing bodies and busy brains. Colorful fruits and veggies, whole grains, protein, and healthy fats help kids focus, steady their moods, and have the energy to play, learn, and handle big feelings. 🍎🥦🥜

But food is also connection, celebration, and joy. A scoop of ice cream after a hard week, cookies baked with grandma, or birthday cake with friends are moments that feed the heart, too. 🍪

When kids learn that all foods can have a place and that no food is “good” or “bad,” they build a calmer, kinder relationship with eating and with themselves. That’s a big piece of lifelong mental wellness.

✨ Try this with your family:
🌈 Nourish: Add one colorful food to a meal or snack together.
🍨 Enjoy: Share a dessert without guilt or labels, and just savor it.
💬 Connect: Ask, “How does your body feel when you eat this?” or “What was the best part of your day?” I like to avoid questions that elicit 1 word answers.

Balance, not perfection, is what helps kids thrive. 🪷

What’s your family’s favorite dessert? Tell us in the comments! 👇