Two things to know about me: I adore the written word (obviously, or we wouldn’t be here together on this blog); and I am obsessed with lists; I even write lists for my lists. So, I decided to put the…
Author: Sabrina Manno
After about 13 years of working as an editor for various publications in New York City, I gave up my professional career to stay home with my two beautiful children. While I enjoy being a mom (mostly), the trials and tribulations that these two human beings put me through daily are enough to test the patience of a saint! And I am no saint.
I’ve spent the past four-and-a-half years struggling to find my way back to the autonomous, carefree woman I once was. My first step toward that goal came in June, when I took over as president of a local chapter of the International Moms Club. This role has introduced me to many wonderful moms, allowed me to flex my professional and creative muscles, and given me a whole new purpose! Most importantly, though, it’s motivated me to pursue my true dream: starting this blog.
I love to write, and I love to make people laugh, so that’s why I’m here. Full disclosure: I tend to be too open, a little (OK, a lot) sarcastic, and honest to a fault. I love my kids to the moon and back, but they drive me crazy and I’m not afraid to admit it or write about it.
We See You, Dziadziu
My Dziadziu’s been coming up in conversation with my kids a lot lately. It started the other day during dinner when they were eating chicken nuggets. My son didn’t want to eat his, so my daughter and I were trying…
Do-Do It Again, Daddy
I recently discovered—over breakfast no less—that my husband has been teaching our kids the “diarrhea” song. You know the one: When you’re sliding into first With your pants about to burst Diarrhea, diarrhea When you’re riding in your Chevy And…
How The Essence Of A Book Sparked A Bond With My Daughter
I love the smell of books. It’s a bit of an obsession, really, and one I’ve had for as far back as I can remember. It doesn’t end at books, either. Magazines, newspapers, pamphlets, day planners, catalogs, you name it.…
I Am A Professional: I’m A Momma
I’m a big believer in signs these days. So, when I came across a recent article about a stay-at-home mom who has no desire to return to her managing editor roots because she believes her career was to raise her…
I’m Not Burned Out, You’re Burned Out
Blather, rinse, repeat. It’s been three months since I posted to this blog. Geez, where the heck did that time go? Back then I was dreading the summer. Not only because I hate the stifling heat and humidity (I’m a…
He Who Raises Me Up
I’ve talked about my past struggles (outside of parenting) on this blog before—dark days that felt hopeless and lonely and never-ending. One of those times was at the beginning of 2011, following a rugged, painful breakup and a bleak, tear-filled…
GoT Finale: A Mom’s Watch Has Ended (Episode 6)
**This post contains spoilers from “Game of Thrones” Season 8, Episode 6** Everyone keeps asking me what I thought about the series finale of “Game of Thrones” (titled “The Iron Throne”), which aired Sunday night, and the truth is, I…
GoT: A Thousand Lives (Episode 5)
**This post contains spoilers from “Game of Thrones” Season 8, Episode 5** “A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies. The man who never reads lives only one.” – Jojen Reed, A Dance With Dragons I’m just going to…
A Quiet Rockstar
On this Mother’s Day, I wanted to take a moment to say “thank you” to the beautiful, kind, caring, and selfless woman who gave me life. I’ve always known that my mom—whom I endearingly call “Woman”—was a quiet rockstar. I…