Leah Stuhler
Leah grew up in Western New York, lived in Chicago for 11 years, and now resides in South Carolina. She's very happy for the change in weather! Leah is happily married, and is a proud boy mom. She is a full time Middle School Theatre teacher. When she's not spending time with her family or working, Leah enjoys baking and reading. She is the creator and host of the podcast YA Book Chat, where she and her guests have fun chatting about their favorite books. Leah loves being a part of the Columbia Mom team, both as a contributing writer and Editor.
Are You an Ultimate Outsider? Guide to Camping at SC State Parks
My family loves going camping. It is one of our favorite family activities. I started camping when I was a little girl and when I got married, I took my husband camping. We've been...
Making Memories With My Son :: Attending Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour
The first time I saw Taylor Swift perform, she was seventeen years old and opening up for Rascal Flatts. My husband and I had no idea who she was, as she was just breaking...
One Mom’s Fashion Dilemma
I have never really considered myself a fashionista. Or, fashionable in any sense, really. I think when I was in college was when I was best at putting outfits together, but even then I...
How I Lived Like a Pogue for a Day in Charleston
My husband and I are huge fans of the Netflix show Outer Banks. If you've watched it (and, as its name implies) you know that the show is set in the Outer Banks of...
PlantHouse Columbia :: A Paradise on Earth for All Plant Lovers!
I love plants and flowers. Always have. Growing up, I was either in my Italian grandmother's kitchen cooking and baking, or in her garden doing some gardening with her.
My grandmother had the most beautiful...
Allergy Free Treats to Fill Those Easter Baskets
Easter is almost here and that means it's time to decide what to put in those Easter baskets! There are so many options available, but most of the time, our first thought is of...
Discovering Columbia :: Exploring Five Points
I love reading. So when I found out that a brand new independent bookstore that just opened up in Five Points, I knew I had to check it out. Since I was going there...
I’m a Mom AND a Storyteller, Teacher, Podcaster & MORE!
I'm a mom. I have two boys who are currently twelve and nine years old. (A fun combination of ages with all the hormones...) But, just like you, I'm also more than that; I'm...
Christmas in the Trenches :: One Mom’s Perspective on the Not So Perfect Holiday...
It seems like this time of year all we see on social media are pictures of everyone else's "perfect" holiday season. There are the beautiful Christmas family portraits, the freshly baked and elegantly decorated...
When You Feel Like You Have Nothing Left to Give
Motherhood is hard. Like, makes you feel exhausted and overwhelmed, hard. Add in a full-time or part-time job on top of that, and it can feel unbearable some days.
I'm a middle school theatre teacher,...
Day Trips from Columbia :: Exploring Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum in Charleston
My family LOVES going to Charleston. It is one of my favorite SC cities to explore! Since my husband is in the Air Force Reserves and goes to drill at Joint Base Charleston, my...
How to Support Those Around You With Asthma and Food Allergies
May is National Asthma and Allergy Awareness month, with the week of May 8-14 being Food Allergy Awareness Week.
Asthma and allergies are serious chronic diseases that affect many adults and children throughout the country....
Teacher Appreciation Week :: Think Outside the Box
It's the beginning of May, and that means Teacher Appreciation Week is upon us. It's a time to show our children's teachers how much we really appreciate what they do. And, with the events...
Columbia Mom EATS :: 929 Kitchen and Bar
I don't know about you, but I LOVE Asian cuisine! It is one of my favorite types of food to eat. And, fortunately, here in Columbia, we have some fabulous Asian restaurants. Today, I'm...