Remember back in the day when you’d get a stack of holiday cards and you’d be so excited to sit back and read all of the awkwardly folded, photocopied letters detailing the lives of people you hadn’t seen in years but were somewhat curious about? (All while rolling your eyes at all the typos and […]
Sidelines Small Talk
Twelve baseball teams. Nine basketball teams. Five soccer teams. Yes, with three kids’ combined sporting activities alone, this introvert has been put to the test 26 times when it comes to making small talk with parents in the bleachers and on the sidelines. If you happened to be one of the many to have been […]
Gratitude for the Parents Who Lift Us Up, Sponsored by Minute Maid
I’m thrilled to be partnering with Minute Maid to bring you this post that highlights parents doin’ good. As always, all opinions are my own. As a parent, I have so many reasons to feel grateful as the holiday season approaches. Just looking around the dining room table during a rushed, mid-week family dinner takes […]
Dot Complicated: What You Really Gain From Work Friendships
The following post was highlighted this week on Dot Complicated. As a featured contributor, I’ll be writing regularly about technology and the role in plays in my world — for better or worse. Check out other articles that include stories and tips for managing all the tech in your life at Dot Complicated. Commuting. All-hands […]
From Sister to Superstar
As you may remember, I’ve been trying to get my kids their 15 minutes of fame for awhile now. I mean, I don’t write this blog for fun. (Ok, I do. But is fame and fortune too much to ask for?) Well, I think I’ve finally found our calling. Are you ready?