Tag: Indianapolis
Hiking in the City: Indianapolis
“It’s all good in the woods.” This is one of my favorite sayings, simple, even silly, but I love it because for me, it’s...
I’m On the Mom Struggle Bus
I’m on the mom struggle bus. I’m on the mom struggle bus and lately I feel like the darn thing won’t stop to let...
No Days Off
My friend recently said to me, "I forget your pregnant because you never act like it."
It would be great to take this as a...
Love, Laughter and Libations: The Top 10 Signs of Real Friendships!
A few months ago, I remember seeing a Facebook post on a local moms’ resource page; it was by a woman seeking friends. At...
Blended Families: To Mom or Not to Mom…
Once upon a time I was a proudly single, childless woman, living the dream in my downtown Indianapolis apartment. Then I met this charming,...
Rosemary Ricotta Scones
There is something special about a tasty piece of bread. It's one of my cravings on a rainy day, sunny day... pretty much any...
Road Warrior Survival Tips
For my nonprofit job, I have the privilege of traveling to schools all over the state sharing with kids how they can be healthier...
Deciding When to Throw in the Towel with Your Kiddo’s Sport
Our oldest son (Dylan 9 years old) has played baseball for the past three years. When he decided to give it a shot when...
Mommy “Me” Time: Making Ourselves Better
The first time I dropped off my son at preschool, I acted strong and gave him a big hug and kiss before he eagerly...
Because We Are Moms: This Is What We Do
One of THE worst parts of being a parent is having a sick child.
Oh, except having a sick child while you are also sick;...
The Motherhood Community
"Comparison is the thief of joy." -Theodore Roosevelt
The comparison game. Let's stop playing it? The beauty and the flaw of being human is getting...
The Secret Co-Sleeping Circus
Today I woke up to the sudden jolt of a foot on my face. Literally, a small, cold, wiggly little foot, planted directly on...
Yes, We Do EVERYTHING together!
Life with toddlers and preschoolers usually means you are never alone. They can be quietly playing in their room and you go into SWAT...
We’re in This Together
Marriage, with or without kids, is still marriage. It has highs and lows. It has ups and downs. Marriage will throw EVERYTHING at you...