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  • The Mess That Made Me Happy

    Watching my kids build close relationships with their cousins has been an unexpected gift. A reflection on family, connection, and the beautiful surprises of motherhood. Read more

  • The Place Where Time Stands Still

    Sometimes we need a place where time stands still. A reflection on childhood memories, family, and realizing my kids may be finding that same little slice of heaven. Read more

  • Apparently, Every Sport Needs Its Own Shoe

    I thought I understood kids’ shoes. Then came ice skates, three ways to measure feet, different-sized feet, and four weeks of research. Parenting is ridiculous. Read more

  • The Turn Back

    Parenting is full of exhausting moments—but it’s the unexpected “love yous” that pull you back in. A relatable story every mom will feel. Read more

  • The Biggest Part of America’s 250th Was a Bike Parade

    A quiet Fourth of July at the shore becomes unforgettable when a mom finally says yes to her daughter’s long-awaited chance to ride in the neighborhood bike parade. Read more

  • The Mom-Uber Era: What I Learned by Saying Nothing in the Car

    A relatable look at life as a “Mom Uber”—juggling carpools, activities, and the surprising lesson about how kids really open up when we simply listen. Read more

  • The Summer I Stopped Making Lunch

    As my kids get older, our beach weekends are changing. From carrying their own gear to making their own lunch, every small step toward independence gives me a little piece of myself back. Read more

  • The End-of-School-Year Purge

    As my kids celebrate the end of the school year, I’m already organizing artwork, sorting papers, and buying supplies for next year. A reflection on parenting, transitions, and finding comfort in preparation. Read more

  • I’m Not a Pinterest Birthday Mom (And Maybe That’s the Point)

    Today is a special day…my daughter’s 11th birthday! Chopsticks! Honestly, it feels surreal that more than a decade has passed. As she got ready this morning, I started thinking about birthdays and all the things I do (or don’t do) around them. I don’t go all out. Let’s be real. His birthday is right before… Read more

  • Mom Still Has It

    Mother’s Day looked a little different this year: homemade gifts, a life-changing dishwasher-safe ice cream scoop, quiet moments, and a batting practice session that reminded my son Mom still has it. Read more