March 11, 2024 A new way to comfort and bond with teens Our kiddo came up with the best idea ever last month. It’s one I am fairly certain that other teens would also enjoy. Z…
May 28, 2022 My “practice kid” helped me decide to be a mom Many years before I became a mom, I had a “practice kid.” True story: my best friend used to loan me her daughter for…
November 13, 2021 The saddest little lad in the world What follows is an original work of fiction I wrote recently with Xage’s help. I’m hoping to publish it as a children’s book about…
June 22, 2020 Behind the scenes bloopers at blogger events When Z was small and I would attend blogger events with her, once in a while embarrassing things happened. Let’s call this blog post…
July 28, 2018 The truth about dogs and kids I think it’s about time someone blogged about the GOOD side of having dogs and kids. I’ve read a few articles lately that broke…
September 21, 2017 Hidden parenting milestones There are certain milestones in parenthood that everyone preps you for – breastfeeding, the first time your baby smiles, when he or she rolls…
December 31, 2014 Top family fun activities for 2015 Last year I created a family fun list for 2014 with my most-recommended kid-friendly activities in Columbus for every month of the year. Now,…
September 10, 2014 Staying connected as babies become kids Each year of Zoe’s life thus far has seemed like the BIGGEST year yet, with the MOST dramatic changes for her. From infant to…
June 24, 2014 Summer fun Wednesdays What mom doesn’t wish she could be in two places at once?! I am fortunate to have a meaningful, interesting job that I love….
May 9, 2014 A purple and yellow Mother’s Day When Zoe came home from school with faintly purple-stained palms a week or so ago, I smiled knowingly and inquired, “Oh, did you do…
