For years I suffered in silence, trying to weasel out of pet ownership. Then Marie Kondo rescued me. It was time to un-adopt the dog. Because the dog did not SPARK JOY. Here’s why. Dog pee on the wall-to-wall, beige...
Read MoreIt’s a mad, mad world. Don’t let them win.
Be brave, y’all, because the world is a little off-kilter right now. Cherish the mundane moments with your children when life feels chaotic. The kids cannot begin to understand the turmoil and pain gripping our hearts these days.
Read MoreCan we mommas ban Valentine’s Day CARDS this year?
I’ve decided to rebel. This thing called Valentine’s Day is getting on my ever-loving last nerve. I’m not pissed that Hallmark basically made up the holiday. I couldn’t care less that it’s another excuse for my children to eat truckloads...
Read MoreThe truth about getting your first mammogram
Ok, all you 40-year-old ladies, raise your right arms in solidarity. Welcome to your next right of passage: the annual breast-squishing. Better known as the mammogram. I was supposed to start getting mammograms when I turned 35, but I kept...
Read MoreDon’t use your cell phone at the table (and other dinnertime rules for kids)
I got in this bad habit when my oldest was born of EATING LIGHTNING FAST – and only things you can grab and go, like pop tarts and brownies and french fries. That kiddo is 6 now and I still...
Read MoreThe big lie infertility wants you to believe
Parenting is hard, y’all. Like spin around 5 times fast and try to walk a straight line hard. Sometimes it feels impossible. But you stumble onto the floor, collect yourself and get up. Luckily these little critters are really great...
Read MoreThe art of picking out socks: teaching children independence
Ok, ladies, is it realistic to think my older kid can put on his coat by himself while I help the younger one? Then we all get out the door in the morning a little more quickly, right? Ha! There’s...
Read More20 reasons why you might be a perfectly imperfect mom
I’m more of a #PinterestFail kind of mom and I’m proud of it. How about you? Are you super crafty and the best chef ever, with an always-spotless house? If that’s working for you, GREAT! If you’re more like me,...
Read MoreThe one-week water bottle challenge (or how to be an eco chick for 7 days)
I recently let down the neighbor kid in a major way. He made me sign a pledge to stop using bottled water for 6 months. Or was it 6 weeks? I can’t remember. I should ask my boys. They were...
Read MoreWe’ve had enough of your thoughts and prayers
Turn your thoughts and prayers into actions and noise. USE YOUR VOICE! Nothing will change otherwise. And mark my words: change will come. Thoughts and prayers to those who do nothing.
Read MoreThe working girl’s guide to survive maternity leave
Under “normal” circumstances, we moms can tackle the deepest of issues with aplomb. We build things. We conquer things. We move mountains. I am woman, hear me roar. But life with a newborn is, well, different. You are ON! 24-7....
Read MoreHow to start a blog without going crazy
So you wanna be a blogger? I’ve got you covered with TEN TIPS to get you started. WITHOUT GOING CRAZY. Because you have more important things to do – like be an actual mom. My blogging journey began in December...
Read More4 bizarre things the kiddos (probably don’t) need
There are things your kiddos DO need. Like broccoli, the occasional bath and 12 hugs a day. Then there’s all the junk you can buy for them online. Take my hand. (Think of it as a virtual hug. Because mommas...
Read MoreHow to raise generous children (and stock the shelves at the local food bank)
Early in my career I was the marketing director of a beloved shopping center. That sounds weird, I know. How can you love a shopping center? But it’s true. This mall has been around since 1957 and it’s the place...
Read MoreNeed an excuse for a girly wine date?
It’s that most wonderful time of the year. But shouldn’t EVERY DAY be the most wonderful time of the year? And shouldn’t we view life as the most wonderful present we get to open EVERY DAY? Especially if that present...
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