As a mom, nothing is more important to me than keeping our children safe. Saving the lives of babies, and providing options for parents...
My daughter is turning three and I have a confession: I’ve been thinking about her birthday party for months. I’ve mailed the invitations, favorited...
To my second child, I'm sorry. I'm sorry I wasn't prepared for you to enter our lives as seamlessly as you did. For years,...
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As I begin my day at work by reviewing the State Police training on active shooter drills, I cannot help but feel disheartened. The...
Let me tell you about Randy. If you met him when I did, you would see a seventh-grader with a strong sense of self....
As a young first-grade teacher, I loved having co-worker's children in my classroom. Like their educator parents, these "teachers' kids" knew the ins and...
Just one year ago, we wondered when we would "get back to normal." We cried -- missing milestones, canceling events; we mourned -- the...
My two-year-old daughter was recently at the doctor for a checkup, and it came up that we lay down with her each night until...
Happy birthday to me as I look to celebrate the day by spending time with my fur babies and soaking in the love of...
*I am not a grief counselor; this post is solely based on my personal experience.*
I may not be able to tell you what I...
With cooler weather comes my desire to bake. The flavors of fall--Pumpkin Spice, Apple Cider, Roasted Vegetables--are all in abudance in my home. I...
First off, I'd just like to say to all the people who do know me, I too am surprised that I'm writing this piece....
When I became a mom, no one told me about the transition to no nap time. All of the books I read told me...
In + Around Indy
Day Dates Around Indianapolis
It's almost July – have you scheduled a date with your significant other yet this year? One of my favorite things to do with...
