Michelle Croal2023 Book ReviewsMermaids, thrillers, and revisiting childhood favorites7 min read·Jan 2, 2024----
Michelle CroalFighting Disappointment and Finding Joy in DecemberI tend to get very bogged down towards the end of the year. The shorter daylight hours and all the expectations around the holidays are…6 min read·Dec 24, 2023----
Michelle CroalBella The Indestructible Wonder DogChildhood pets live on in our memories forever4 min read·Nov 22, 2023----
Michelle CroalBat Caves, Culverts and a Whole Lotta MudHow a childhood getting dirty has influenced my parenting style7 min read·Nov 9, 2023----
Michelle CroalThe Great Laundry Project of 2023The unseen labor of sustainability3 min read·Aug 9, 2023----
Michelle CroalinThe MemoiristA Weekend in ParamariboIn town, all the buildings had wrought iron balconies. We walked along cobblestone streets. I wore shorts and got stared at for being…1 min read·May 1, 2023--2--2
Michelle CroalWanted: Members for “Parents-of-Only-Children Club”You have to promise to not have another kid for at least five years.3 min read·Apr 30, 2023--1--1
Michelle CroalinThe MemoiristBeer and Kissing in GermanyAvoiding kidnapping by sheer dumb luck10 min read·Apr 6, 2023----
Michelle CroalSunday Target RunBuying period products in person like it’s still 20134 min read·Mar 17, 2023----