Play Dates.  Two words I have very mixed feelings about. My older child is introverted like me. She loves school but plays alone much of the...
I can’t believe my oldest is going into Pre-K 3. It’s literally like I’ve blinked my eyes, and here we are! Like most parents,...
I’ve caught myself saying some of the most absurd things since having a child, and I know I’m not alone. I doubt there is...
When I was a kid, books were my sanctuary. I would stay up late into the night, flashlight in hand, eagerly devouring the adventures...
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Lessons From a Layoff

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It’s been a year since I was catapulted out of my long-term role and pushed out of my comfort zone and into the job...
Readjusting to stress.

When In Doubt, Rearrange!

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We’re swinging into the fall season, and between school starting, sports in full swing, and all the other normal chaos motherhood seems to bring,...
I grew up loving the movie Pollyanna. I learned a lot from her attitude about life. There’s always something to be glad about. Find...
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No More Laundry Soup

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Well, it is here. The month we’ve all been waiting for! And no, I’m not talking about back-to-school. That big day was a few weeks...
The invisible load of motherhood changes with different ages and stages, but returning to school can be incredibly challenging. Here is a short list...
A robin resting on a playset.

Mama Bird

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We recently returned from vacation. My boys were playing in the backyard when they noticed a robin perched on the playset, jumping up and...

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The Volvo XC90: A Stylish Upgrade

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Cheers to summer! It’s a change in routine; meals are different, sleep is different, activities are different. But one thing remains the same –...