As women, we’re really good at taking care of everyone’s needs. Everyone, that is, except ourselves. It’s all too easy to neglect ourselves amidst the constant demands of our families, jobs, and outside commitments. Self-care – taking a little time out to relax and recharge – is so important, but most of us don’t get […]
How to be Your Own Best Friend
I’m a sucker for romantic comedies. Combine the transformative magic of love with the crazy-making power of frenemies, and you’ve got the makings for a great flick. Bride Wars is one of those movies for me. Watching the flashbacks of 8 year old Liv and Emma play wedding makes me nostalgic for my childhood best […]
How to Be the Perfect Mom
This post is for all those good moms out there – those hard-working, amazing, ordinary moms who beat themselves up and guilt themselves out over not measuring up. I used to think the perfect mom never yelled. She never lost her temper, never raised her voice. She was always patient and kind. She made cartoon […]
Yup, I am THAT Mom!
One day recently, while watching my daughter’s swim class, I overheard a woman apologize to a staff member for being late. “I’m so not THAT Mom,” she explained. Well, I have a confession to make: I totally AM That Mom! I constantly struggle with being on time, especially in the mornings. I wish I was […]
You are not alone
I’m on the leadership team of my local Mothers of Preschoolers group, and we’re starting our new MOPS year this month. I LOVE this year’s theme, which is A Beautiful Mess. It’s true that a mother’s life is messy. It’s a physical mess, with toys and piles of laundry strewn about. It’s often an emotional […]
