Lindsey Cornett
Lindsey Cornett is a loud talker, iced coffee drinker, and lover of the written word who lives in downtown Indianapolis with her scientist husband and three young kids (Ian, Leo, and Ruthie). In both writing and life, she explores the intersections of faith, family, creativity, and freedom from perfectionism. She’s out there providing hope and solidarity to any other women who find themselves afraid to make a mistake. You can find her on Instagram @lindseycornett.
Sometimes Self-Care Sucks
Sometimes self-care sucks.
Back in 2010, my TMJ joint started deteriorating. I noticed it only because my bite was getting weird, and it was hard...
Faith-Based Children’s Books for Easter
Even as my children grow older, sharing books and stories together is one of the best ways we connect with one another. Sharing books...
HB1136: Indy Moms, Time to Speak Up!
Indy Moms, it's time to speak up! You might have heard by now that a new bill has been introduced in the Indiana House...
Political Next Steps We All Can Take
What next? The aftermath of the 2024 election, I find myself asking this question a lot. I know very well that my instinct will...
Our Indy Era (Eat, Drink, and Shop on Eras Tour Weekend!)
I know it's not news to you, but Indy is officially in its Taylor Swift Era! If you’re like me, your hope of attending...
I Was Wrong about the Family Dog
I've never really considered myself a dog person. I liked them just fine, I guess, but I would have rather not been bothered. My...
The Speech Therapist Who Saved My Life
It was December 2015. Our family moved from Florida to Grand Rapids, Michigan in the Spring. In mid-November, I gave birth to my second...
Confessions of a Summer-Hating Mom
Confession: I hate summer. This may be the most unpopular of all my unpopular opinions. Between the heat, the bugs, and the lack of...
The Instagram Ad that Made Me Want to Scream
One evening, I waited for pasta water to boil while my kids wrestled loudly on the couch. I scrolled on my phone to drown...
Redefining Ambition
"Ambition" is a loaded word, especially for women and mothers. It certainly has been for me. In 2023, two significant things happened that are...
Goodbye to My Favorite Podcast
My favorite podcast is ending, and it feels like a major loss.
I first started listening to podcasts in 2006 as a college freshman. Every...
A Parenting Mantra: People are More Important than Things
People are more important than things.
I can't remember where I first heard this phrase. A quick Google search tells me it comes from Randy...
I Want to Remember: The 2022-2023 School Year
May is here, and the 2022-2023 school year is coming to a close. Looking back on this school year, there is so much I...
My Son’s An Independent Reader Now, And I’m Sad
It's 10:00 p.m., and I'm heading up to bed. The dishes have been washed, and the kids' school devices are charging. I turn off...