Alicia Noneman
The Benefits of Reading
I'm not a big resolution person, but there is one habit I highly suggest adopting. Reading. The benefits of reading are varied and far-reaching. While this article will only touch on a few, the...
It Is Up To Us
This month, we will celebrate President’s Day. Most Americans don’t pay much attention to the holiday besides the bonus, for some, of a three-day weekend. A recent Pew Research poll (conducted in July 2023)...
Podcasts Are Self-Care
I am a proud podcast addict, and according to the data, I am not alone. 42% of Americans over the age of 12 have listened to a podcast in the last month. I have...
Seasons of Love
Seasons of Love. I saw a meme the other day where a kid asked their mom how many minutes were in a year. Predictably, the mom thought back to her adolescence and began singing...
The Friendships That Could Have Been
"I keep meaning to reach out."
"Let’s get something on the schedule."
" We should get together."
I don’t know how many times I have uttered those words to someone I’ve met over the last few years....
The Case for Non-Compliance
Can there be a case for non-compliance? Take a moment and picture your ideal summer day with your children. It might run the gamut from a quiet day at home to a "Bucket List"...
Recognizing The Value Of My Time
I've been quietly working on retraining my brain over the last few months. Last year I came to a harsh realization: I am not very good at recognizing the value of my own time....
The Sad Reality Of Motherhood Reflected In The Movie Yes Day
I remember a few years ago when my oldest two started floating the idea of “Yes Days”. Many of their friends had seen the movie, and a few even had received the coveted “Yes...
Living in the Gray on Social Media in 2023
Most of life is in the gray. If you’re confused, please read on. For the last few years, I’ve been continually exhausted by the simplifying of the content of social media posts into simplistic...
To The Real Heroes Of Youth Sports; The Coaches
Every Saturday lately has been a test in the mastery of the schedule. It’s had a few close calls, but no true crises were had. Our oldest two children are playing at least one...
Holiday Cards Bring Me Joy
Holiday cards bring me joy. It’s the truth. While this age-old tradition first began in the 1840s, allowing Victorians to respond to mail in a timely manner that proper etiquette required. It was not,...
A Mom’s Guide to Understanding School Board Races
Election season is upon us, and School Board Elections are coming up in just a few short weeks. As November 8th draws closer, the campaigns will do their best to win your support and...
MOPS: The Lifeline I Didn’t Know I Needed
In 2016 we packed up our belongings, sold our house, and moved across the country to Arizona for a job opportunity for my husband. To say it was a hard transition is a gross...
988 Is The New Three Digit Number You Need To Know
The United States is in a crisis. Mental health challenges, suicide attempts, and death by suicide continue to plague both children and adults in our country. Since 1999 suicide rates have increased 33%. Experts...