Someone called me a Super Mom the other day. I sometimes feel super, but most days, all I do is work through all of my obligations and hope to find some moments of peace. It’s not always pretty. If...
2019 is here! It’s a new year with the promise of new opportunity. A clean slate. Many of us focus our time and energy towards our health and fitness goals. Unfortunately for most, the motivation tends to dwindle after...
I’m a married mother of two (8-year-old daughter and 2-year-old son) who homeschools and works both out of the home (adjunct college professor) and from home (freelance writer). I have no typical day, but I do have seasons, peaks,...
What if it was the last moment in a particular place, and you didn’t even know it? Would you change how it would go, step into that moment a little longer? Take more pictures? Remember the smells? Linger to...
The Momcation...a vacation, but for Moms only!
As a mom, we all get overwhelmed, burnt out, exhausted and downright defeated at times. Let's face it, maybe on a daily basis if you are like me. With the abundance of tantrums,...
July 25 is World Drowning Prevention Day.
If you are the parent of a nervous swimmer like me, summer camp time can be especially stressful. You want your child to have fun in the water, so it’s important to have...
I am not the mom who ensures hair is brushed before walking out the door (mine or his).
I am the mom who serves dessert with dinner.
I am not the mom who cuts fruit into cute shapes.
I am the mom...
This post originally ran in June, 2020 - it’s so good we had to share it again!
I’m a big fan of a home-cooked meal. Despite the notion of summer bringing with it a slower pace, life is still hectic...
Mornings are straight-up NUTS in my house— three kids, two different school drop-offs, a full-time job, and a 6-month-old at home. We do our best to get everything ready the night before … even down to our breakfast ideas....
What has your family’s childcare journey looked like?
I was just a couple of years into my parenting journey. I had a good rhythm going and for the most part, felt like I had a handle on my days. My kids were...
In + Around STL
Picture Perfect Mother’s Day Brunch Spots in St. Louis
If you haven't been to Rooster, what are you waiting for? Their brunch menu will convince you it was worth the trip! They specialize...
