Mom

Parenthood does a lot of things to a person.  It forces you to grow up (no matter your age), it requires you to put your children before yourself, and it makes you see things in a different way.  For...

While I was on a date night tonight with my oldest son, I was taking pictures and he said, “In 7 years that will show up in your memories and you’re going to smile.” Just the thought of that...

What did you do last summer? Maybe you have some exciting vacation memories of your trip around the country to share or perhaps you crushed it in the summer fun area by creating an awesome bucket list and crossing...

Let’s be real, everyday is not always easy being a Mom. Sure we have those amazing and sometimes pretty perfect days, but what about all those tantrums and craziness in-between. Seriously I don’t care if you are a child...

Once upon a time there was a young thirty-something perfectionist mama with her two year old daughter and one year old son.  She walked her kids confidently- even a bit proudly- into the children's room of the local library. ...

I am a grown up, an adult... well, at least according to my age I am, anyway.  I am also a mom to two amazing young girls.  These two facts coexist; however, one seems to take over the other...

Meatballs. Need I say more? My mom's recipe for meatballs is perfect. The original recipe uses meatloaf mixture(beef and pork), but can be substituted with turkey for a leaner meatball. I make a big batch and use them for Sunday...

  Looking to have a little spa luxuries right at home? Check out a few items that I have been loving to help me relax and feel better!   I have a few favorite self care rituals, but lately, the most lovely...

As a wife, and as a couples therapist, I am always looking for fun and interesting date night ideas. It's too easy for my husband and I to give a run to Publix together the title "date night." On...

I've been there.  I've been to the grocery store.  I've been to church.  I've been to concerts and football games.  I've been to the mall and movie theaters and bowling alleys.  I've been to bars and nightclubs.  I've been...