self-esteem – A Momma & Her Pen

The Road Map

July 20, 2020 Sabrina MannoWhims & WordsLeave a Comment

If I could have a road map for one aspect of parenting it would be for teaching self-love and self-esteem. I’ve struggled with these concepts all my life, but they take on a whole new dimension when viewed through the…

A Daughter’s Lesson

November 5, 2018July 14, 2020 Sabrina MannoBirds & Bees2 Comments

I’m learning a valuable lesson, thanks to my daughter. We all know it isn’t easy being a parent. We spend our days worrying over every small detail, second-guessing every decision we make, and hoping we don’t screw them up. One…

This blog isn’t solely about parenting. Yes, I’m a stay-at-home mom but I wear many other hats: wife, sister, daughter, chef, baker, chauffer, personal shopper, party planner, cleaning lady, customer service and marketing manager for a local insurance agency, the list is endless. I live so much in my own head and writing is my therapy. I’ve been craving an open, honest, and nonjudgmental outlet for those thoughts, and this blog is it. Why not just keep a journal? Because knowing there are other moms out there going through my same experiences lifts my spirits and motivates me to stay strong. And if I can help and maybe even inspire these women or make them laugh while fulfilling my dream, well, then, that’s a wonderful thing!