I look forward to summer because the days are longer, so I have more time with my family after work before bedtime. Ideally, I swim in the pool and hang out on the deck or porch while kids play...
“She’s your clone.”
“She’s just like you.”
“It’s your mini-me.”
I cringe, give a smile, and think to myself, “I hope not.”
I hear these comments regularly because I gave birth to a miniature version of myself. It’s a harmless and beautiful compliment...
We are heading out of town for a beach vacation in a week. Of course, much preparation goes into a successful vacation. I have spent the past few days making sure we have the appropriate clothing, bathing suits, enough...
When my daughter turned 16 and got her learner’s permit, I knew it would be life-changing for all of us, but in reality, I had no idea what to expect.
She’s independent and holds a busy schedule, so we’re on...
“Just speak up so I can hear you,” my kindergarten teacher yelled at me as I sat on the carpet, holding back my tears. I couldn’t talk louder; this was my voice, a quiet and reserved one. I sat...
I find flying very relaxing, and I always have. When there’s a patch of turbulence, I tend to stay very calm even when passengers around me are growing concerned.
I know at that moment, whatever happens to the plane is...
They say that grief comes in waves. I never quite understood that until I was in the midst of my own grief.
Going along with the day-to-day routines one moment and then getting dragged under by the overwhelming feeling...
Summer is underway, and social media has no shortage of summertime activity recommendations, recipes, summer bucket lists, and family vacations. As a full-time working mom, I get Summer FOMO. My schedule has not changed. I'm still in the office...
My older daughter and I recently experienced a “first” for us. We spent the weekend away without my husband and younger daughter. When this trip with the Girl Scouts came up, it didn’t look like we could go. Scheduling...
I have identical twins. People stare and smile at us whenever we are out and about. And while twins aren’t really such a rare thing, even as a twin mom, I still smile at other people’s twins when I...
In + Around Fairfield County
Cozy Cafes for Fall: Fairfield County’s Best Spots for Hot Drinks
Welcome to our caffeinated journey through Fairfield County’s most enchanting cafes, where the aroma of espresso mingles with the scent of crisp air and...
