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It's the most wonderful time of the year! The holiday season has officially arrived. And although this time of year can be filled with so much fun and excitement, sometimes the fun can feel outweighed by the size of...
"Age is just a number" is what they always say. But does it hold true in friendships? As I have grown as an adult, person, and woman over the last 15 years, I have obviously learned a lot about...
My sweet girl, You came into this world nearly eight years ago, a force to be reckoned with. You’ve surprised me since day one with your unwavering spirit and strong will. You have a tenacity toward life that keeps me...
These are not your average STEM toys. We aren’t talking about Legos or Picasso tiles in this post. We are looking at the latest and best ways to get your child excited to play but be secretly learning at...
When I filed for divorce, I knew the journey of motherhood I was about to embark on wouldn't be easy. It certainly was never a part of any of my plans, but I made it look easy for a...

Aging is NOT the Worry

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I do not fear aging. I do not fear middle age - not the wrinkles, not the rickety onset of bodily changes in my knees or hips to come, not even the eventual menopause in the era beyond middle...
I spend the majority of my life right now shuffling people and things to and fro: kids to practices, groceries home, doctor's appointments, you name it. As my children have gotten older, I've found myself with a lot more...
I turn 30 next year. 30 is a significant milestone. I thought I'd plan a fun birthday and look forward to my 30th. It turns out I'm having a crisis. I thought I would be confident, beautiful, fit, and...

Birthday Parties Stink

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This morning, my eight-year-old bounded down the stairs, asking, “Do you know what day it is? One month until my birthday!!” I smiled big and said, “Yes! It’s so exciting!” How I felt on the inside, however, was a very...
It's April 2020, and I am forced to hand over my precious 4-month-old daughter to a stranger outside of a locked building that I'm not allowed to enter due to healthcare protocols put in place during the onset of...
I've been through this before. The tears, the screaming, the pleading. Hiding behind furniture in hopes that I won't see them. I try to hold it together, but eventually, I shut myself in an empty room, and I cry,...
“You’ve got two more minutes!” I yell to my daughter as I start loading her backpack and my work bag in the car. I don’t know why I yell the time out since time doesn’t mean much to a...
I've been reflecting on a question lately: Who will I be when the newborn phase is over? This isn't the first time I've contemplated this since I just had my fourth baby. I know all too well that I do...
Being able to recognize that someone needs help is something that takes a lot of vulnerability, compassion, and understanding. Whether you're looking at mental health therapy for yourself or developmental therapy for your children, the pressure is on, and...

In + Around Indy

See Circle City: 11 Kid Friendly Breweries Around Indianapolis

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Is there anything better than sitting outside with your favorite beverage? For me, not much! I’m a big craft beer fan. And as soon...