janicep
Janice is an at-home mom in Monroe with her three kids ('05, '08, '11) and numerous pets, including two dogs, a snake, a leopard gecko, and a hamster. 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.
Nostalgia in The Notch In The Floor
As my children get older, I find myself finding a bit of mom nostalgia in the strangest of places. Sometimes the stupidest and weirdest things will cause me to tear up because it reminds...
Mom’s Insecurities: A Poem
Do this, don't do that.
Contemplate all outcomes;
Plan ahead.
Don't let the kids fall,
But natural consequences work.
Be your best,
If you have time,
Which you don't.
Slaps on your wrist if they break the mold.
Condemnation comes down swift,
Don't lose...
Take a Deep Breath: When Your Newborn Has RSV
Mamas of newborns, I'm holding you close to my heart. While it has been some years since I had a newborn with RSV, the current season has triggered me emotionally from that traumatic time....
You Are More Than Your Gender
I was a mom who wanted to know what the gender of my baby was before they were born. The day of that ultrasound was especially exciting. What will the baby be?! We all...
Mom Is the Quarterback
I recently had an evening meltdown, with heaving and panting, as though I'm a football player running for a touchdown, but the field keeps getting longer. I keep running; the end zone is always...
Five Fall Fashion Must-Haves
Summer is ending, the school has started, and it's almost sweater weather. Plaid flannels will always be in style in autumn, in my opinion, but as with any year, we come across new styles...
How To Prepare For an IEP Meeting
Tears streamed down my face as I sat in my car in our elementary school parking lot. I picked up my daughter's first special education evaluation a week before my first IEP meeting for...
Explore Fairfield County :: Monroe
“Explore Fairfield County” is an informational series that provides a glimpse into the wonderful towns and cities in Fairfield County. Fairfield County is diverse in that it includes big cities, small suburbs, beaches, farms,...
Five Summer Styles to Have On Your Fashion Radar
I have a love/hate relationship with summer fashion. I love the simplicity of slipping on a dress and flip-flops and being ready to go, but I hate bathing suit season. Luckily, as the years...
Pick-Your-Own Fruit in Fairfield County
Summer fruit picking time is upon us! We are lucky to have several pick-your-own fruit farms and orchards in Fairfield County. Experienced moms have some advice to make your time on the farm enjoyable...