Last year I read 50 books -- that's right, 5-0. I set a goal to read that many, and I reached it. Whether you're hoping to finish 1 book this year, or 50+ like me, you probably hit the...
Do you ever feel guilty throwing things away? Last week as I was cleaning my home, my trash bag got stuffed to the gills. Old birthday cards, mismatched socks, stained t-shirts, keychains, flashlights, report cards, all resisted me as...
Lazy, Low-Cost, At-Home Summer Activities For Littles
It's only May, yet my leather seats have already begun to burn the backs of my legs when I get in the car. The girls are complaining of hot metal buckles and the...
Do you suffer from the Sunday Scaries? Do the Monday Blues get you down?
Me too.
What Happens
My mood shifts, starting mid-afternoon on Sunday. My mind starts reminding my body that it is almost time to switch from weekend mode to...
I was inspired to write this letter following my recent visit to my alma mater to speak about my profession as an Architect. The previous time I had the honor to speak to young ladies on Career Day, I...
Before I had my first baby, I was obsessed with preparing and making sure I had everything I needed. I read the blogs, asked my friends, watched the YouTube videos, and made multiple lists. Then I created a meticulous...
For decades it has been a tradition that when someone goes through a period of transition or crisis, friends from their community show up with food to care for the person/family. When the right words can’t be found to...
Living in the South during the summer is not for the faint of heart. While sweet tea and air conditioning can bring much-needed relief, we have to find ways to protect ourselves and our children from the heat, humidity,...
Not too long ago, a friend call me to meet up for a playdate for our kids at the playground. I told her, “Sure, in about an hour or two, after my son finishes his chores.”
When she heard me...
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The One Pair of Running Socks Everyone Should Own
I am one of those oddballs who loves to run. I ran cross country competitively...
It would be fair and accurate to say that I'm not a stylish person. Here's the evidence:
My daily wardrobe decisions are based on what coordinates with the nursing tank top that happens to be clean
I continue to...