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…
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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…
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…
Baby Steps For The (Momma’s) Soul
At this moment in my life, parenting experts—if there are such a thing—could probably use me as a case study in “How To Self-Reflect And Adjust Your Perspective After A Parenting Meltdown.” Three weeks ago, I woke up, hyperventilated myself…
Knee-Deep In A Mom-Life Crisis
Forget a midlife crisis, I think I’m going through a mom-life crisis. Just last week I blogged about not getting my four hours of freedom because of a snow day. I complained it was a conspiracy because every Tuesday since…
No Regrets
Regret can be a scary thing. Especially when it blindsides you. We all have regrets. That’s life and there’s no escaping it. Some of them are small, like regretting that burger and fries you had the other day. Some are…
Who Are You?
You are who you are, but who are you? I’m getting a lot of positive feedback on my recent blog posts, from moms who understand the ruggedness of parenting and kids and the overall chaos that comes with raising a…
Parenting Should Be A Judgment-Free Zone
I wish we lived in a world free of judgment and fear of judgment. Why is there so much judgment among parents these days? Aren’t we all supposed to be in this together? Don’t we as parents have enough crap…
Go Away, Mommy Guilt
I’ve been thinking a lot about mommy guilt lately. Yesterday morning before school, I was online trying to create an event for my local mom’s club. (I happen to be the club president, so it’s kinda in my job description…