Personal Growth

Girl Power: Strong Mommy, Strong Daughter

This has been an incredible year for girl power.

Strong women conquered film in Wonder Woman. The resulting fascination by girls was a joy to witness with all of the products for sale. I had several Wonder Women knocking on my door…

Creating the Best Support Network and Family

Reflecting on times in my past when I needed help and who actually formed my support network and stood by my side, I’ve realized that there were patterns in who vanished and who tried to give me the help I needed. The best people who supported me and…

Practicing Mindfulness Has Benefits for Adults and Children

In a stressful world, meditation and meditative moments can offer us a shield to protect us mentally as well as physically. Practicing mindfulness can benefit us whether we’re adults or children.

Marginal Gains in Parenting (aka small changes for big wins)

I know you’re psyched about the prospect of marginal gains in the context of parenting, so let’s jump into it! Oh wait, you may not know what marginal gains are unless you work in certain sectors or unless you listen to…

Being My Greatest: Taking the Positive Path Instead of the Negative

Wanting to know what “could have” been is such a common desire that we see it as a theme in movies, TV shows, books, and more. If we knew that Choice A would get us the girl, the riches, and happiness, we’d love…

Seeds Planted in Dark Times & Inspiration from J. K. Rowling

Easter has just passed us, and the holiday is often associated with a renewal of spirit and earth as spring comes in and plants begin to bloom. There is certainly celebration this time of year, but I appreciated the sobering…

Messes are Awesome!

Messy is Good! But, Yeah, It Can Be Gross

Getting messy is fun. A perfect house is a house that has not experienced the highs, and yes, lows, of joy, love, and utility. Great sex isn’t exactly always clean and tidy either. You just have to…

Hope Along the Windowsill

On a whim and with low expectations of longevity, I bought an orchid in the grocery store a few years ago when I was living in North Carolina. It survived the journey up here and is now blooming for the first time in years. Many curious branchings venture along the windowsill, and…