Eight years ago, I gave myself a birthday gift. I started this blog, the one I’d been dreaming about as the next phase of my writing career. This would be a place to capture meaningful parenthood moments — from the hilariously embarrassing ones to the saccharine-y sweet ones. The past few years though, I’ve spent […]
The Truth About Turning 40
As a kid, I didn’t give much thought to getting old. Older, yes. I mean you had to reach a certain age to be in the Olympics and go to the Air Force Academy. (Yes, I really wanted to do both of those things at one point in my life, which, if you know me, […]
Using Our Words Turns 5
Every year when June 27th, my blogiversary, rolls around, I feel like I should say something big and meaningful, but I never really know where to begin. This year, when I was reflecting on it as a birthday, I had a thought. Since growing this blog has been almost as much work as raising a […]
My 3 Wishes
Ok, I really am sticking to my summer tech resolutions (for the most part), but Big’s at a playdate, and Little and Pink are asleep. (And by asleep, I mean Pink is in her crib shouting, “It’s mommy’s birthday! Happy birthday, Amy!”) So, in honor of my three-year blogiversary (which happens to fall on my […]
10 Things I Learned This Week, Vol 70
Birthdays—and a blogiversary—were celebrated, camp—and camping—were conquered, and wardrobes—yes, multiple—disappointed. It was a big week around here and I really and truly appreciate you all being here for the ups and downs.