In recent months, I've felt time run away from me, I've been incredibly judgemental of people I love, and I've blamed various people for my feelings. Notwithstanding these obvious shortcomings, I've been filling this blog with advice on how to get more out [...]
When they turn 18. When they get married. When they have kids of their own. When, if ever, is it time to stop parenting our children? I have a 17-year-old daughter who flips between needing me furiously and furiously needing her independence. Knowing [...]
As grim as this may sound, at the end of the day we are the only ones we can depend on to always have our backs. Let's raise our kids to be their greatest champions. Last week, I took an emotional rollercoaster ride. I [...]
During the weeks leading up to Mother's Day, every restaurant, spa, and retailer is suggesting how you can "show mom how much you love her." But for those without a mom, Mother's Day isn't everything Hallmark has it cracked up to be. As a woman who [...]
Peace and quiet. We all need it from time to time. Sometimes we just need to block out the noise. You'd think an aquarium would be the perfect spot for quiet contemplation. Not so much. I know. I went to one last Sunday [...]
If I were asked to share just one piece of marriage advice for newlyweds, this would be it. My husband and I had a pretty quiet Christmas this year. Our respective daughters were with their other parents (we're one of those families) so it was just [...]
What does it take to be a true friend? Last week, I reflected on the challenges of asking for help. This week, I find myself reflecting on the challenges of giving it. I have this friend who is simply awesome at lending support. Of course, [...]
I was once invited by a fellow mom blogger to write and share a post about 10 things that make me happy. When I finished writing the piece, I proudly read it to my husband. When I was done reading, his face dropped. [...]
Teenagers and sex. It's a controversial topic, I know. But here's the thing. Kids are going to do it, regardless of the backgrounds they come from and the values their parents instil in them. Given this reality, here, in no particular order, are [...]
I could have sworn that following my one and only pregnancy I gave birth to a bouncing baby girl. As it turns out, I gave birth to a little piglet. For the first 12 years, Anna pulled the wool right over my eyes. [...]
