This time two years ago, our journey towards parenthood was just a tiny zygote. From that point on, I doubled my efforts to eat well, keep moving and generally take better care of my self for the months leading up... Continue Reading →
I never really thought of myself as a mover and shaker. Perhaps others see me that way, but I've never really gotten involved in politics or activism beyond student council in high school. I've never been to a protest. I've... Continue Reading →
The other day, my husband found a little snake that the cat brought into the house. He rescued it and everyone headed outside to check it out. I'm ok with wildlife. I prefer it outside, not in, though with two... Continue Reading →
Sometimes I get caught up in the rush of it all. I'm working a full time job at Pico, my side hustle at Beautycounter, the occasional catering gig, keeping track of events at MCC and keeping track of the house... Continue Reading →
I'm one of those people that gets all riled up when I walk into a store in October and the Christmas display is already set up. Thanksgiving is a special holiday in our family, and Halloween is more fun now... Continue Reading →
I love fall. The crisp air, the stunning foliage, the warm sun. All of it. Well, except the inevitable few weeks where my skin goes into a tail spin. The hot humid summer and cold dry winter are in stark... Continue Reading →
When we think of fragrance, we probably imagine something like the above. The reality is, we should be imagining something like this: Fragrance (aka parfum) is usually made up of over 3000 industrial chemicals that are considered a trade secret... Continue Reading →
There's a lot of talk in the mom world about community. There are mom blogs, mom groups, mom forums, you name it. It can be a lonely time when you're first left home with this little bundle and I remember... Continue Reading →
I saw a meme somewhere along the way (that I naturally can't find now) that was something along the lines of "Moms worry even when their eyes are closed" and it struck a nerve. Maybe I'm still a rookie mom... Continue Reading →
