The kids are already tucked in their beds, on time. Maybe even early. They’re freshly bathed for the first time it what seems like weeks. Their outfits for the morning are actually laid out, which means their socks will match at least for one day. This is elementary school eve. Even more than birthdays it …
Four years ago, I remember every second of snuggling your squishy, wrinkled body in a soft pink sleeper that said, “Mommy’s perfect angel” on it. And for that one night at least, you were. But since that day you have: Almost never slept through the night Doused your hair in both peanut butter and vaseline …
I really hate writing anything that divides “working” and “stay at home” moms — both using air quotes because we all work hard and we all care for our homes. But there is one season that really brings out my working mom guilt — and, hint-hint, it’s the same as swimsuit season, which is just …
I don't know about you mamas, but I feel like I swing between two states of being. In the first, I'm in the middle of the ocean, riding life's wild waves on my paddle board completely in charge of where I'm going, soaking in every moment with gratitude and courage. But suddenly, I'm in the …
Traveling is exhausting work. It's weird because it entails so much sitting and waiting and very little physical exertion but new surroundings and people and schedules take a toll on the mental load. Traveling when you're a parent is doubly exhausting, no matter the circumstances. Maybe you're like me today, flying solo on a business …
It has been a WIN-TER, mamas. You may have noticed that it's been a while between blog posts (or not, either way). But, it has. And you know why? Because I live in Missouri and it's winter. What does that have to do with anything, you ask? Parenting is harder in the winter and this …
Last week I sat in my car after leaving Kohl's where I was fast and furiously gathering last minute accessories for my sister's wedding on my lunch break. Shoes and jewelry to match my dress, and coordinating outfits for three miniature humans with very different styles. I finished at Kohl's and needed to run into …
