Last week, my kids were talking amongst themselves in the back seat on the way home from school pick up. They were discussing how my husband and I "got them so good" on April Fools' Day a couple of...
Getting divorced is hard. Getting divorced in your 40s is even harder. Now add in having not dated in 25 years, and OMG. It’s excruciating. But in talking with other women, I discovered a universal self-image issue. And after...
It is hard to believe December is here! To say this year has been unusual is an understatement. At times, the world has felt unrecognizable. Filled with medical, economical, and emotional burden. Topped off with social unrest.
Amidst the uncertainty...
A couple months ago, I wrote about my decision to try Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) as a treatment for depression. This little-known treatment is covered by most health insurance companies, cleared by the FDA, and recommended in treatment guidelines...
Have you ever seen a boulder opal? They are found only in Australia, and form in the cracks, hollows and fissures of ironstone. The brownish, dark color of the ironstone contrasts the full opalescence blues and greens of the...
My kids and I have watched the movie Encanto several times. This movie has some deep takeaways for family dynamics, great music and delightful animation, and lots of laughs. (You should watch it if you can.) One poignant moment...
I was browsing through Facebook the other day when I came across a post in a local group from a woman looking for a change in career. Her post caught my eye because I’m currently looking to hire another...
A few months ago, I wrote a piece where in it I staked my claim on carving out margin. Mothering older kids seems to be a constant battle of “what can I make time for today?" But now everything...
I have two kids. My daughter is fifteen and currently prepping for her seventh move and sixth new school. My son is ten and this will be his fifth move and his fourth new school. These two are strong! ...
Oh my word, I am wiped out!!!! My mental health is suffering!
There has been so much fighting friends; I mean SOOOOOOO much! And lots of disobedience and noise and mess and touching and calling my name!!!!!! I am waving...
In + Around CO Springs
The Colorado Springs Guide To Indoor Play Places
When you are planning activities with your kids, the weather seems to play an important role! Let's face it, there are days when as...
