I’ve become a lot more, let’s say – passionate – about issues since becoming a mom and watching the world my kids are growing up in. Mid-term elections are coming up, and it’s our chance to vote to make...
It’s Earth Day! Instead of going out and spending more money on toys, games, and activities for your kids, why not save your money and the earth by using items in your own house to entertain your kids? Half...
Popcorn. It seems people either love it or hate it, but it is one of the most popular snacks around. You might associate it with dark theaters, sporting events, and county fairs, but I’m here to tell you why...
I'm a liberal, white mama. I believe that Black Lives matter and in community over cops. I support abortion. I am a proud member of Planned Parenthood and the ACLU. I agree with raising the minimum wage to a...
While things like school closures, uncertainty with jobs, canceled vacations, and isolation have been tough this year– my biggest struggle has been watching how our society has responded. And when social media is a big part of my job,...
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 get you to the polls....
The first time it happened it, quite literally, sucked the air out of me. "Happy Memorial Day!" the gas station attendant called as I was walking out the door. It stopped me in my tracks. You don't think about...
A couple years ago, if you would have mentioned "slavery" to me, I would have been transported back to 5th grade Social Studies class. We were assigned to take on the role of either a slave owner or a...
Things are really heavy right now. As adults, it seems hard and emotional to process the current world events and watch the war on Ukraine. No matter how much we try to control things, our children are also aware...
It is the day after the girl icon, Ruther Bader Ginsburg, passed away. Ever since I chose to write about International Day of the Girl, I struggled with what I wanted to say. As I sit at my kitchen...
Ladies and gentlemen of the United States, our education system is failing our children. It is broken with no real repair in sight. Everyone needs something more, and yet, no one is getting what they need. Students need more...
Earlier this week an unapproved, unedited photo was posted of Khloe Kardashian (the horror). Immediately, the Kardashian Klan went on a rampage to get the untouched photo permanently erased from the internet forever, as if this photo was somehow...
Everyone is mourning the loss of Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna as well as the seven other people that lost their lives last weekend. But, I've found parents of small children are having an especially hard time processing this...
When the world feels overwhelming, look local. A quick perusal of almost any news or social media site can make us feel as though the sky is falling. It’s easy to look at all that needs to be changed,...
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See Circle City: Indianapolis Farmers’ Market Roundup
Spring has sprung! We can all finally come out of hibernation and enjoy the warmer temperatures and outdoor activities, including visiting an Indianapolis farmers’...
