I’ve never been big on New Year’s as a celebratory holiday. Sure, it’s nice to know that a new year is coming, that the previous has been completed. I like reflecting; I’m just not for going all out celebrating or making lists of resolutions and goals. Read More
5 Conversations to Have with Your Kids After Star Wars: Episode VII: The Force Awakens
Families can talk about everything from role models to the impact of media violence after seeing the blockbuster sequel… Read More
Why Letting Others Help You is a Gift — for You and for Them
The week that Brenna was born was the week before Christmas, and I had been wrapping up my busiest year for my photography business. With a few days to go before the holiday… Read More
The Unexpected Teacher: What Our Kids Can Teach Us About Living
I knew that I’d gain many things when I became a mom. A greater ability to multi-task. A newfound appreciation and love for my husband. A fierce, protective mother-daughter love. A strong need for coffee. Most obviously of all, I knew I’d gain a little one. The thing I was least of all expecting to gain, though, was a teacher. Read More
An “Old Person Situation” — Notes on My Afternoon Coffee Habit
One of the joys of being in my mid-thirties is that I’m more willing to face up to certain truths and realities than I used to be… Read More
You Don’t Have To Make Up for Not Being a Perfect Parent
Most of us aspire to give our kids a fairy-tale holiday. After all, there’s nothing quite like seeing our child’s face shining with joy. But there’s a deeper fantasy driving most of us this time of year… Read More
How Does Addiction to Technology Affect Behavior?
In a recent op-ed in the New York Times, businessman and author Tony Schwartz offered an honest yet troubling account of what he calls his “addiction” to technology. Read More
The Truth Will Set You Free… But First, It Will Tick You Off
I’ve seen a change in myself. Although I would describe myself, historically, as someone with strong opinions, thoughts, and ideas, I would also describe myself as someone who likes to listen and give feedback more than someone who likes to talk… Read More
Happy in the Midst of Insanity: Raising My Standards…Maybe
I was talking to some friends the other day about how the past few months have been crazy, and even stressful in some ways as we try to deal with the logistics of three kids, work, elderly dogs and us all sharing a bathroom with a doorknob that regularly falls off. But that at the same time I’ve been feeling deliriously happy about my life. My family. The future. Read More
What Your Parents Really Think About You
My Mother-in-Law said something to me shortly after the birth of our daughter that has stuck with me and irrevocably altered the way I viewed my burgeoning motherhood. Mainly, it affected the way I view my own parents. Read More