Are you paying enough attention to your life to capitalize on all the best moments? I have a toddler. Well, maybe she's a preschooler by now. Anyway, she's in love with life. She finds something cool in everything we do.... Continue Reading →
Sometimes we get in our own way. We sabotage a nice day by beating ourselves up for not "getting enough done" or not being "perfect." It's time to stop it. It's time to learn from our toddlers. Look, life has... Continue Reading →
Spring is finally here in Vermont and there's so much to do. Clean the house Get out the summer clothes, give away the winter clothes that didn't get worn Find the gardens under the leaves Pay the taxes Play outside... Continue Reading →
I don't know where she gets it from, though I know it's not me. My daughter has fallen in love with the piano. Her grandfather plays (he's kind of famous- ever hear of the Rising Storm?), I used to sing,... Continue Reading →
Let me tell you something- this motherhood journey teaches me something new every day. After a long day back at my seasonal job, I picked up my daughter, we headed to Aldi (if you're not shopping there you're missing out!),... Continue Reading →
I usually sneak off to write while my daughter naps. I'm so lucky that she's a reasonably predicable and solid napper. This is one of the things that has me conflicted right now. You see, I have a younger sister,... Continue Reading →
Now, the second option is not quite as restorative for me, but it's great mother daughter time. It's good for her to see Mom exercising, even if she doesn't understand. It's important as a mom to not lose sight of who you are. You take on a new identity, but it doesn't have to replace your previous identity.
Looking good stems from feeling good. It comes from confidence. It comes from focusing on your overall health, not just your looks.
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