One definition of the word “Formula” is: a fixed pattern used to achieve consistent results. We use formulas at Home Depot to determine how much flooring we need for a room (remember A=LxW)? And the all important Compound Interest Formula is critical for long term financial planning- invest early kids! Though I’m sure you’re deeply […]
Boys: Smells, Smack and Smiles
Come on Boy Mamas, what is it with boys??? As the 2nd oldest of four girls I knew nothing about the life of boys. Sure I knew what it meant to be a bit boy crazy. I sang passionately along with John Travolta in “Grease” ala Sandy, rocked the largest “New Kids on the Block” […]
Permission to Breathe
STOP. Stop the running and the doing and the hustling and the child rearing and the thinking and the planning and the freaking out and the worrying and the everything. Just STOP, close your eyes and breathe. The world we see when we open our eyes is not the same world we were taking in […]
Bedtime Battles: Crying, Cartoons and Cuddles
Growing up my bedtime routine consisted of nothing more than Mom saying, “Time for bed, good night”. We knew if we hesitated to get to bed, even for a second, our lives would be in grave danger. Now this never stopped us from making faces behind her back as she walked out the door. And […]
Sports Parents: A Lesson in Diversity
I’ve been a Sports Mom now for over 6 years. In that time I’ve packed 100’s of sandwiches, gone through 200 bottles of grass stain remover, driven 1000’s of miles, battled the elements and spent way more than I care to admit on “gear”. As a former Anthropology student who studied culture and behavior, one […]
Feminist Laundry: Burn the Bra or Hang it up to Dry?
I’m a self proclaimed feminist. I believe in equal everything for men and women. So I was taken aback when my husband picked up our laundry today and I felt…guilty. The women at the laundromat we take our clothes to are fantastic and they take great care and pride in what they do. It still […]
Sensor Faucets: Piece of Cake or Humble Pie?
One of my most humbling life experiences takes place, in no other, than the public restroom. Don’t worry, no icky potty talk here. My sole focus for today is the Sensor Sink Faucets. Let me paint the picture; the scene of this battle. I go to the restroom, as many of us do, and walk […]
Women’s Shapewear: Best Invention or Motivational Guru?
I was finally inducted into the world of “Women’s Shapewear” this past month. What an experience, to say the least! The hubby and I were out celebrating a friend’s daughter’s Sweet 16th Birthday. We caught up with old pals about kids, work and families and about half way through the evening the men and women broke off […]
Wardrobe Drama: Sherpa or Shorts?
The alarm rings. It’s 6 am and my “Weather” App advises me it’s a nippy 44• F outside. Fall has officially arrived and the child vs. parent wardrobe drama begins. The temperature seemed to shift overnight and now my mind is scrambling on how to dress the kids for school. Will it be too warm […]
Mommy Stress Relief: Cry in the Shower or 3 Day Retreat
Have you ever had one of those days where you felt if just one…more…thing were added to your plate, you would burst? I’m not talking about a “tough day” I’m talking about the “I’m about to lose my mind, have a complete meltdown, so help me God” kind of day. Well, I recently went through […]
Play Dates: Play Outside or Pick You Up in 2.5
When my firstborn arrived into this world I daydreamed of his many future milestones. First steps √. First day of school √. First loose tooth √. Playdate Planning- Huh? More of that one in a minute. The truth is, my “New Mommy Bliss” made me overconfident. I had taken one look into my baby’s eyes […]