My husband and I started our family when we were 22. We wanted a large family, so by the time I was 27 we had four children. We thought we were done. We didn’t want to make any rash...
The flu can be a controversial topic, especially when we talk about prevention options. This post represents one mom's view of the flu season. Our team is not comprised of medical professionals. But we do advise you to always...
"You're fat. You should lose a few." "You're an idiot!" "You really screwed up this time, didn't you!" "You're such a brat!" "Grow up and put your big girl panties on!" "You're stupid." "Get over it." "Stop dreaming and...
Have I always struggled with anxiety and depression?
Looking back as an adult now in my life and reflecting on being a kid... yes. I didn't have the words for it then but yes. I have always run on a...
You’ve spent hours, weeks, months even… planning the perfect event. A family vacation. A wedding. A birthday party. Ordinary outings require work too… a trip to the zoo, lunch with an old friend, a play date with new moms....
I spent a good amount of time until recent years thinking that I was “happy,” but it turns out I was not, not truly with intent. I’m not saying I was unhappy, but here's the thing: we go through...
According to the Great Lakes Surf Rescue Project there were six drownings in Michigan by April 15, 2018. The state of Michigan says drowning is the leading cause of death for children in our state. As a former lifeguard and...
I crave a quiet moment. The kids content, no one needs anything, just a minute. Please. My soul aches for it. I know I'm not alone. There are funny memes of moms sneaking into the pantry for a snack, just...
Hello! I am a full time working mom of two toddlers and self proclaimed book nerd. I am a city girl moved to the country and love it. I grew up in Center Line and met my husband at...