July 1, 2024 Three years in, how’s my anti-diet treating me? It’s been about three years since I gave up diets and diet culture for good. My last diet was in early 2021. In July…
June 10, 2024 Hand, foot and mouth disease is the absolute worst I’m typically a pretty positive person – some might even say too positive. That’s why you may be shocked to hear that I feel…
March 25, 2024 The full-time grind is not good for our health I love my new job. It feels like the most like “me” out of every job I’ve ever had. I’m so glad I decided…
January 29, 2024 Why we love Tropical Smoothie Cafe in Lewis Center We’ve written about our love for fresh fruit smoothies before. I’ll get fruits and veggies into our teen any way I can – and…
December 27, 2023 Advice for people who can hear a constant whooshing sound Have you ever held a seashell up to your ear to hear the ocean? I’ve always loved doing that – but right now, I…
December 23, 2023 Learn Mental Health First Aid to save a life It’s a beautiful day to save a life. That’s one of my favorite lines from Grey’s Anatomy – and it’s one I say to…
December 13, 2023 My first time experiencing an active shooter lockdown Our teen daughter and I shared a bonding experience this week that I know I will never forget. During a routine follow-up medical appointment…
December 6, 2023 The amazing hack that got me back to giving blood I love donating blood. I have a special kind of blood, called CMV negative, which means it can be given to newborns and preemies….
November 18, 2023 What can we do about war in our world? As I type this, there are sadly two known major wars brutally waging on our beautiful blue planet. I don’t want to write about…
October 28, 2023 How to soothe anxiety in eight minutes or less Anxiety usually happens at the worst of times. It’s supposed to, honestly. Anxiety is a feeling of dread, fear and unease that naturally happens…
