janicep
Janice is an at-home mom in Monroe with her three kids ('05, '08, '11) and numerous pets, including two dogs, a snake and a leopard gecko. She has been married to her high school sweetheart, Justin, for over 20 years. When her oldest child came out as transgender in 2020, Janice found her voice, becoming involved in volunteer work and advocating for children in her community. Janice is a nature buff who prefers to be outdoors and frequently drags her children skiing, hiking, and tortures them with the beach. She writes about her adventures and passion for style on her blog, Momma Wanderer.
Summers With Teens
I used to stress about planning my kids’ summers. The years I worked, they went to summer camps, and it was easy as long...
A Final Goodbye to Hair Color
I’ve officially made it to the point where my gray hair has grown out to cut off all the remaining dyed hair! It feels like...
Perimenopause Took My Tears
I used to be a crier. I’m generally a more sensitive person and always let the tears flow in good times and in bad....
Let Me Have My Holiday Coffee In Peace
A year ago, as a mom of an LGBTQ+ offspring, I had a withdrawal. I felt defeated with the world at large, and my...
Recognizing Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. It began in 1985 due to the efforts of former First Lady Betty Ford. She created it to raise...
Mix-and-Match Style for Fall
With the cooler breezes giving a chill at the bus stop this month, fall fashions are on my mind. We are busy moms who...
Food Pantries in Fairfield County
When I was a small child, I have memories of being at the grocery store checkout line with my mom and watching her count...
Fun in the Sun: Fairfield County Beaches
Summer is already in full swing, but fortunately, plenty of time is left before school starts to take advantage of Fairfield County’s beautiful beaches....
Postpartum Is Forever
It has been twenty years since I was first pregnant. I can hardly believe that! I was 27 yesterday, right? The mom years will...
Why You Should Take Your Family to These Pride Events
June is Pride Month! A month for showing support to the LGBTQIA+ community, and Fairfield County has several events going on. I choose to...