Here’s the truth: No one is judging you as harshly as you judge yourself. We just returned from spring break in Florida and I wanted to share something that is on my mind after spending some time on the beach. The only thing a bathing suit is meant to do is…
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Reviewing the “Reagan” Movie
A new movie about former President Ronald Reagan is set to debut this week on August 30th. This is not a political post, this is simply a post about a movie that takes you on a historic walk down memory lane.
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Reflecting on 2020
As 2020 winds down, I’m sure we are all having lots of feelings about this past year. I won’t sugar coat it — I’m looking forward to putting this year behind us. From sickness and isolation to social division and economic hardships, this year has been heavy. I’m really looking forward…
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Our Silver Lining
First and foremost, I hope you are all doing well and staying healthy and safe. If you are reading this, I want you to know I am sending my good thoughts your way during this very difficult time for all of us. Like many of you, we have friends who are…
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Feel Good 2020
Happy New Year! Can you believe it? It is not only a new year but ALSO a brand new decade. I am so excited for all that’s ahead in 2020 and I hope you guys are too. After a great, relaxing, and super fun break over the holidays, I am…
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How to Raise a Boy (It Takes a Village)
When it comes to raising children, there’s just so much to talk about, right? I wanted to share more about a recently released book that has been extremely helpful to me as a mom. “How To Raise a Boy” is written by the well-known psychologist and author, Dr. Michael Reichert, out…
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An Open Letter to Our Charlie
on His BirthdayDear Charlie, On your birthday, I want to say thank you for giving me the BEST job in the entire world. You made me a MOM. I am forever grateful that you gave me the honor of being your mom. I can’t believe that 11 years have gone by. It is going so…
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We Are Family ❤
Our 8 year-old daughter said it best on her school assignment. “What is the best thing about the holidays?” She simply wrote down, “the best thing about the holidays is that it brings family together.” That simple reminder from our Boo was so perfectly said. The holidays are such a great…
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Real Talk During the Holidays
This blog post is not exactly easy to write, but I am hoping by putting all this out into the universe, it will help others who might be experiencing similar circumstances and feelings. This “real talk” is what makes us real, authentic and honest. Sometimes, life can be heavy, and…
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An Open Letter to Our Boo on Her Birthday
Dear Blaine, On your birthday, I am feeling so conflicted. I want you to stay little for as long as possible. I often stop and wonder how this is all happening so fast. Sometimes, I wish I could just freeze things now before you get all grown up on me!…