Ah, the dreaded summons. JURY DUTY. As the letter says, “It’s not an invitation”; it’s a command performance! And let’s be real, we all cringe when that ominous letter arrives in the mail, proclaiming, “You are hereby called to Jury Duty on ____ date.” Cue the collective groans. HOW DID I GET HERE? I managed…
Category: LIFE
Embracing the Magic of the First Snowfall
Hey there, fellow parents! The enchanting first snowfall of the year happened this weekend! New England got blasted and it was wonderful. It’s been a long time since we’ve had snow. As we dust off our cozy scarves and warm mittens, there’s something undeniably magical about witnessing those delicate snowflakes dance their way down from…
Happy New Year
Goodbye 2020, Hello 2021
Today is National Dog Day!
Happy “National Dog Day” to all my fellow dog-lovers! 🐾 For those of you that know me, you know I am a HUGE animal lover. And you all know I celebrate my doggies pretty much every single day. For those of you that don’t know me, let me reassure you that the dogs in my…
Vacation Sunrise
Why are vacation sunrises are so much prettier than regular sunrises?
Today’s “Moment”: Big or Small?
Today’s “MOMENT” is a small, yet important one: Try to always choose happy. Always remember, you have a choice! #MomentsBig&Small
What’s So Important About Having Friends?
There’s no question about it: friends make life better. I have been blessed with a group of friends I cherish. We stick together through thick & thin. If I am sad, worried, happy, elated, scared, terrified, in-need of a new recipe, or looking for a good book to read… they are the ones I reach…
5 Important New Year Resolutions For Moms
Tomorrow is the start of a new year. The perfect time to wish everyone a HAPPY NEW YEAR! Also, it’s a good time to choose resolutions for the upcoming year. Don’t feel pressured. I’m sure I’m not alone in saying that I am STILL working on my resolutions from last New Year’s Day! They are tough…
Let’s Talk Superpowers
Superpowers. They’re a popular topic in my house these days. My 8-year-old is obsessed with superpowers. He changes his mind daily about which one he would choose to have if he could have just one. I encourage my kids to dream about having superpowers, probably because I also dream of having powers of my own! It’s…
Creating The Perfect Holiday Card: Moments of Parenthood Chaos
Each year when the holidays roll around, life feels magical, and I feel like a kid again. Thanksgiving is the official kick-off to our holiday season. The day after Thanksgiving… it’s game on. The house gets decorated. The tree put up and filled with ornaments. The stockings are hung. The pine-scented candles are lit. But… as…