How many hours did I spend pushing my own babies in the late afternoon sun as we waited for him to come home from work? Now those same late afternoons are taken up by homework and practices. I blinked and life has changed. I breathe in deeply and prepare myself to go back inside and tidy up. There is always plenty to keep me busy. Then again, maybe I'll spend just a little more time out here and reflect. I smile. There's life in that house.
The number one fear of probably every mother on the planet is the fear of being selfish. And at the same time that we're avoiding selfishness, we're faced with the task of self-care. And don't forget about your spouse or partner with whom you are supposed to maintain and grow a relationship. It's exhausting trying to keep all the plates spinning.
As our kids get older, have later bed times, and don't take naps, we're faced with the tough question: When do parents find time to have regular sex? Enter, Sunday nap time.
You know what I think is better than a candlelit bath? Clean laundry. I can run my own bathwater, friends. But those towels aren't going to fold themselves.
Those who know me would say that I am a total extrovert, but those who really know me would let you know that is totally false. I love planning parties, getting people together, and being the facilitator of fun, memorable moments....
Don’t bother with roses.
They cost too much on a regular day.
A day that’s not grossly commercialized.
And they were never my favorite.
If you want to get me chocolate, it doesn’t need to be in a heart-shaped box.
I’ll take a Butterfinger...
Motherhood. You are never alone, but somehow it can (at times) feel so lonely. The best solution to combat this loneliness is finding a few amazing mom friends. But, the formation of these friendships can be tricky.
It seems like...
In + Around Tarrant County
Breweries That Serve Non-Alcoholic Beverages in Tarrant County
Find a brewery in your part of Tarrant County that serves non-alcoholic beverages, handcrafted mocktails, and every Texan's favorite sparkling water, Topo Chico.
