In my last post, I wrote about binge watching Tiny Beautiful Things, which prompted me to re-listen to the audiobook. It felt a lot like the TV series and book MAID - the book was more of the actual stories, while the TV series was more about the actual writers. Both were great in either … Continue reading Book #3: Time to get writing →

I binged watched Tiny Beautiful Things on Hulu last week, and it made me think about a few things relevant in my life right now. The first being my need to get back to trying to write that third book that has been living in outline form in my iCloud for two years. Writing truly … Continue reading The hardest thing →

Dear Wild Azalea Lane, I never thought I would have to say goodbye to you, but since it is "officially official," I guess it is finally time. At the end of the summer, we will be moving to the Low Country. I have lived in some version of 81 Wild Azalea Lane for 27 years. … Continue reading Dear Wild Azalea Lane →

I feel like parents who lived through COVID with their kiddos earned special badges for this aspect of parenting. But it can be a hard place to be, especially in the teen years. I wanted to share some strategies I have used in the past to hopefully add to your parenting "toolbox" of ideas. Deep … Continue reading Help your child with worries →

I have spent the last few months trying to figure out next steps for me professionally. During this time, two important things happened. The first being a hard question from my girl: why don't you do work related to your degree? That question stung a bit, but then I realized there was truth in it. … Continue reading It is official! →

I wrote about finding your tribe back in 2019. Here is what I wrote then with some added thoughts 4 years later as I enter the phase of empty nest parenting. -- Y’all. It is official. Having a close group of girlfriends is good for your health. Science (and the internet) say it, so it must be … Continue reading Finding your tribe as a mom →

I was reluctant to write about this topic. Why? Because it is freaking HARD to do. They are, in fact, adults, so trying to support them can feel like trying to cuddle a porcupine. My two teens were total opposites. The oldest used me in all the ways right up until he couldn't. I will … Continue reading Supporting teens as adults →

Last weekend we entered DST for the spring of 2023, and in my state that also meant SNOW! I am in the South, which means in the spring you can have early pollen, snow, and the arrival of copperhead snakes (I swear I cannot make these things up). I think there is legislature ending this … Continue reading Daylight Savings Time…. are we done yet? →

Apparently today is International Women's Day. As parents, how should we celebrate with the future generation? My first thought is that it should not be a DAY where we celebrate. I want to live in a world where men and women are considered true equals each and every single day. We are definitely not there … Continue reading International Women’s Day →

I recently picked up some consulting work with a local school district helping teachers of pre-k students who did not see the pediatrician during the pandemic, and therefore, did not get referred for early intervention services. So many children were impacted negatively by the pandemic. Thankfully children are pretty resilient. When I did behavioral consulting … Continue reading Boys and school →