I love politics. When I attended the University of South Carolina, Political Science was my minor. I like to think back and reflect on how my political views have drastically changed since I was in my early 20s.
Recently I took my...
I was talking to a friend one day and she dropped a nugget of wisdom that I continue to revisit. I honestly don’t remember what the exact conversation was about, but she commented that she had low guilt about a...
My phone search history and activities are a clear indication of the big changes in my life from pre-pregnancy to now having an infant. I went from pinning cute outfits and scanning Facebook, to reading mom blogs and Googling...
One morning, a few years back, I was driving my kids to school. My fourteen-year-old turned the car radio on high volume and my sixteen-year-old told him to turn it off as she was trying to focus on some...
I’m 25 years old. My husband and I have been married for three years. We have an awesome two-year-old named Gatlin who is the light of our lives. If I had a penny for every time someone said some...
Cleaning the bathroom was, and probably still is, the least favorite of my least favorite things to do: chores. I remember wanting so badly to grow up because I was tired of being treated like a kid. Well, that...
Have you ever wondered how virtual learning can impact your family’s life in a positive way? Many families are enjoying their decision to delve into virtual learning. Flexibility, support, and vigorous curriculum are just a few of the many...
I feel like loose change. Middle-aged loose change. It’s not great. It’s a really weird time in my life right now. I’m kind of in a holding pattern and I need to stay here for a minute, and it’s...
After almost 4 years of motherhood, the constant quest to “do it all” has finally lost its luster. My second child was born in June of last year, and needless to say the transition was not a simple one....
We all have those mornings when the kids wake up on the wrong side of the bed. For whatever reason, they’re cranky, and trying to accomplish anything in a timely manner is suddenly out of the question. Regardless of...
There is so much going on in the world right now -- some of it is inspiring, some of it is disheartening. And, there will probably always be this juxtaposition of inspiring and disheartening. But, one thing remains consistent:...
Many parents have decided to temporarily or permanently become stay-at-home parents due to the pandemic. This decision for many has been motivated by health safety, financial concerns, and/or childcare shortages. Some moms that I've spoken with feel a calling...
Dear Mom and Dad -
Life is hard. Being a parent is hard. How were you able to make it seem so easy?
No, seriously.
When I was a kid, I thought I had the strictest parents on earth. I felt like...
The saying “ignorance is bliss” has been around for so long because it is partially true.
When we were in our late 20's and decided to form our family through adoption, we were so excited to begin the journey. When our...
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Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live Glow Party Ticket Giveaway & Discount...
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We’re celebrating Mother's...
