Tag: family
A Mother’s Quest: Finding a Doll with Glasses
“It’s important for children to see themselves reflected in their toys.”
It is 11:48 p.m. on a Tuesday night, and this quote from psychologist Dr....
How I Found the Best Log Cabins in Indiana for Family...
I didn't grow up a log cabin gal or knowing the best log cabins in Indiana, but my oldest son single-handedly changed that.
We were...
BeReal, The App That I Am Loving
Disclaimer: BeReal is not sponsoring this post. I've been on the BeReal app for several months and love it. I first heard about it...
It’s More Than A Morning Coffee
What is your morning ritual? Some like to work out first thing. Some start with a cleansing shower. Others reach for their favorite coffee...
Ending My Toxic Relationship With My Mother-in-law
My husband and I fell in love fast and hard. It was a whirlwind of instant chemistry, becoming best friends and being inseparable. After...
Queen City Quest: An Unforgettable Family Day in Cincinnati
Are you looking for a fun and memorable day trip destination that's not too far away and perfect for the whole family? Well, look...
The Silent Struggle Of People With Severe Mental Illness
The call comes at 9 am on a Sunday morning. My sister calls, and I answer. “I don’t even know how to begin.” She...
I Hated The Weekends: A Few Things I’m Doing To Help...
I have to admit that there was a time when I hated the weekends. Maybe it was a slump in life or a fog...
You Can Garden, I Promise!
If you have ever gone to a farmers market and thought to yourself that you could grow your own food, you can. Drove past...
Two Daughters, Two Different Stages of Life
I love being a girl mom. I’ve always considered myself a girly girl and pictured myself with daughters. When the time came to have...
Simple and Easy Can Create Sweet Memories
Food connects people and generations. Having people around a table of food creates an opportunity to deepen relationships, while creating meals together creates the...
When Life Has Me Feeling Like A Pressure Cooker
My most recent panic attack was caused by nothing. Well, not nothing, but something minor. My almost one-year-old bumped his head on the doorframe,...
Starting A New Year Without My Mother
I love the New Year. The chance to reinvent yourself, to set new goals, and the motivation that comes with that, has always been...
New Year’s Eve For the Extrovert Married to the Introvert
Steve and I have been married for 14 years. From the onset of our relationship, we knew that we were very different. He preferred...