With everything going on in the world and in our personal lives from the daily grind, it can be hard to find the loving moments. For example, you may wonder: How can I be happy knowing there is a war going on in Israel and in the Ukraine, and even the war-like mud-slinging only scratching…

I used to hate that period of time between December 26 and December 31 at 11:59 pm. That familiar in-between time of the holiday season and the discovery of what awaits us in the new year. I’m choosing this year to use that time for reflection and getting my head and heart ready. This holiday…

We’re nearing Thanksgiving, among my favorite holidays (ranked second place to Halloween). Although I tell myself I’m not going to get stressed about meal prep and timing, I often do. This year, I’m making the conscious effort not to worry intentionally, so I can really focus on the things that truly matter, what the holiday…

The view from our seats I’m a Swiftie. Don’t come for me. So, when my husband asked if we wanted tickets for my daughter and I to see her concert film, I didn’t hesitate. Hellz to the fan-girlz yeah, I wanna see Tay-Tay. The reason I appreciate Taylor Swift is that she’s consistently great. Her…

This is my lady! My daughter turned 9 last week. Here are nine things I’ve learned as a parent:

Yesterday, we took our daughter to have her first manicure, which was then followed by a pedicure. Sixty dollars and an hour later, she described the experience as “heavenly.” Her experience had me thinking about heaven and what I would imagine it would be. Here are my thoughts. Before I go any further and in…

It’s the eve of back to school! I love this time of year; it signals the end of summer and ushers in a sort of restart. I’ve already had a handful of PSLs (Pumpkin Spice Lattes) and am ready for more cardigan-ish weather. Yesterday, my rising third grader and I got fresh haircuts before heading…

My mom and me As we approach Pumpkin Spice Latte season (my favorite!), I wanted to reflect on my recent vacation, the first fantastic one in our mostly post-Covid living. Over the past few vacations, I have traveled with my beloved sister, her husband, and two kids. My niece and nephew are perfect playmates with…

I had put off my trip to BJ’s, because I didn’t want to face the fact I was going there to buy drinks for your memorial service. In any way possible, I wanted to help your mom with the planning of an event no parent should have to do for their child. I know. You…

Open Letter to All Moms: All the baby books will give you an idea of what parenting looks like. I read many of them. When I went to the hospital, I had a plan of what my delivery would look like. I thought about what my daughter’s sleep training would entail. I had a jam-packed…