Everything changed. I looked at my phone and I saw the timer on my call counting up… and despite the fact everything in my mind was moving faster than I could register, the numbers on my phone continued to climb, unaffected by the chaos in the living room. My oldest and the middle child were … Continue reading
Let’s start with fads and fashion, as we all shake our heads. But seriously… In the beginning, our parents take care of us, and eventually, the roles reverse as we care for them. Stocks go up and then, inevitably, they go down. We love hard and then we fall harder. Our bodies fearlessly and relentlessly … Continue reading
I grew up, using my imagination, making memories and crafts out of paper towel rolls and cardboard boxes. We never wasted, but everything had an expiration date or was recycled. Clothes were only bought at the beginning of fall, spring, and, of course, at the start of the school year. Toys were gifted at Christmas … Continue reading
This year I committed my summer to work. I wanted to put away some money to ease my mind during the school year. I guess, what I didn’t consider, is working would not stop summer from happening in my household. My three kids are living abundantly in every room, leaving a trail of evidence of … Continue reading
I was given advice on my youngest who loves so passionately but can lash out, creating a bolt of fury that disrupts the entire household. “Hug them, even more.” “Hug them when they are at their worst. This is the time they truly need you.” “Hug them and hold on.” Tears of frustration run down … Continue reading
A good parent has a routine. Their children clean up after themselves and like clockwork, they shower, brush their teeth and put themselves to bed as they read the latest award-winning children’s book before dreaming of college and curing the latest macro-scale virus. Damn. I stare at the cookie crumb laying on the floor. It’s … Continue reading
This is one of my favorites! As I begin to write again, I come back to this post that inspired me to be creative in my day to day shenanigans! Continue reading
Breathe, is what I told myself. Isn’t that what everyone says to a person who looks like they are standing on their tippy-toes at the bottom of a lake while they slowly sink underwater into the mud. Just breathe. Ironic. With one deep breath, you would swallow, ultimately, what would take you down. I can … Continue reading
Target is my oasis… it’s a place where I can walk around for hours with my kids. Window shopping. I fantasize we are about to go home to create an ‘Instagram worthy’ decor for the latest holiday. My children will put on their matching wardrobes as on-lookers peer inside seeking the latest trends of a … Continue reading
“I don’t understand how they could…” Go ahead. Fill in the blank. Funny thing, rarely, has anyone making such a statement, truly SOUGHT out clarity or understanding, rather, they made the statement in disbelief that anyone has ever thought to look at something in … Continue reading
I behold her 