Several months ago, our eleven-year-old suddenly morphed from a little kid into a tweenager. This (literal and figurative) development thrilled Lili and terrified us. Shortly thereafter,… Read more “The view from above”
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Self Care, Extreme Self Care
My perfectionist streak means that I often try to be everything to everyone. I am Super Mom. The one who always volunteers to bring snacks for soccer… Read more “Self Care, Extreme Self Care”
Christmas with my Children: Madness vs. Magic
I’m one of those people who secretly doesn’t mind when stores start decorating for Christmas right after Halloween. I LOVE Christmas. The reasons are rooted in my… Read more “Christmas with my Children: Madness vs. Magic”
Growing Up Transgender: Thoughts, Advice, and Hope
My friend Natalie and I have a lot in common. We love fashion and makeup and manis and pedis. We love the summer and give each other… Read more “Growing Up Transgender: Thoughts, Advice, and Hope”
Thoughts of a mom of young kids watching her niece graduate from high school.
Last night I attended my niece Sabrina’s high school graduation. Being a mom of two girls aged 2 and 4, it’s not often I get to… Read more “Thoughts of a mom of young kids watching her niece graduate from high school.”
A Tale of Two Sisters: Resisting the Urge to Preach Unsolicited Parenting Advice to New and Would-Be Parents
The two sisters referenced in the title are not actually sisters. One woman is my younger sister; the other is my DH’s younger sister, so my… Read more “A Tale of Two Sisters: Resisting the Urge to Preach Unsolicited Parenting Advice to New and Would-Be Parents”
Advice For My Daughters (In Quotes)
My beautiful girls, There are so many things I want for you in life, and advice I want to share with you about life. I know that I won’t always have inspirational… Read more “Advice For My Daughters (In Quotes)”
I Have No Idea What I’m Doing
Carrying out my daughter’s bedtime routine is one of my favorite parts of the day. When I started doing it, I would give her a bath, rub… Read more “I Have No Idea What I’m Doing”
Practicing What I Preach
I am a school psychologist, but depending on the day, I can sometimes act as more of a professional cheerleader or shoulder to cry on. What I… Read more “Practicing What I Preach”
Commencement Speech
Taking Brené Brown’s eCourse has led me to think about the messages and mantras we let guide us. I find her work to be so true for… Read more “Commencement Speech”
CT Working Moms 