I recently posted a meme on the Indy Moms Blog Instagram page: "Anyone that says cliques end in high school have obviously never been through the ordeal of trying to make mom friends."
And it blew up with likes and...
In January, just a few weeks after the birth of our second daughter, my husband was unexpectedly offered a new job in my small Indiana hometown. After some discussion between the two of us and a minor emotional breakdown...
I recently posted a thought to Facebook:
This sentiment seemed to strike a chord; responses of solidarity began streaming in immediately from both mothers and fathers alike. And though it was helpful to find out others knew this feeling, I...
Sometimes they say our parents mess us up in life, but I am pretty sure I messed mine up. Not messed up to the point of crazed living conditions or wild weekend benders or anything like that (at least...
My entire body hurts tonight. Aches deep down to the bones. I am tired. I am sore. Even my skin hurts. I have just reminded my five-year-old daughter again to please not jump on mommy. Please don’t climb on...
If being in quarantine has taught me anything, it is this: husband, I like you. Like, really. I really like you.
Since the middle of March, we have been stuck together. We have seen more of each other than we...
To My Toxic Mother-In-Law,
We don’t like each other and it’s exhausting to pretend like we do. I look at you and am amazed that you created someone I love. Your son is nothing like you. He’s kind, patient, loving,...
A few months ago, I remember seeing a Facebook post on a local moms’ resource page; it was by a woman seeking friends. At first glance, I sure thought the post was, well, very different. She wasn’t asking the...
My husband and I met as 17-year-old kids working at a local chain restaurant. Our playful flirtation around the soda machine led to the first date that would set the rest of our lives into motion.
We went to prom...
“It looks just like a museum!” I exclaimed to Jeff, his face shining back at me with the same expression of amused delight. Every light in the house was on, glowing with the vibrant pulse of everyday life. My...
Mine
If you ask her who I am, she points to herself and states, “Mine.” Continuing on with her important business without so much as a glance to see who spoke. No hesitation, as if the answer is obvious and...
Dear Thirtysomething Valentine,
On this, our 17th Valentines Day, I still love you like I did then.
I remember our first ever Valentine's Day, head over heels in love. Just freshman in college wrapped up in each other. I planned the...
Some of you act as you've never buried your husband, and it shows. That's why there's an International Widows' Day. To most people, this is just another day. But, to the over 13.7 million widows in the U.S, this...
Finishing a conversation with your friends when kids are around is –
Hard. It’s hard. I know it’s hard. There’s the toddler across the room that is suddenly climbing onto the counter or getting into dog’s water bowl, or wants in your lap,...
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Indianapolis Moms Guide to February Family Events
Don't let the cold and snow keep you from experiencing the fun around Indy this month! Take a look at our list of February...
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