Creating Space for the People in our Lives

I started considering the concept of creating space for others right after reading Sheryl Sandberg's beautifully moving Facebook post about her beloved husband which details her grief during the first 30 days of her mourning. Her post filled me, and many, with sadness and gratitude and a lesson to live our lives as fully as we can. … Continue reading Creating Space for the People in our Lives

Mom, I Don’t Want to go to Camp This Summer

My soon to be 14 year old walked in the door a few weeks ago, with flushed cheeks and a ton of energy. "Mom, I just had the best day of my LIFE. I've been out since 10:00 this morning and it's (*looks at the clock,) 4:30!" He went on. "We were at the park, … Continue reading Mom, I Don’t Want to go to Camp This Summer

I Feel Guilty I’m Not More Involved at My Kid’s School

My children have each been in school since they were three. Which means I've been volunteering on and off for more than 12 years. I still struggle and feel guilty when I don't participate in larger volunteer opportunities. I am learning to realize not only do I not like it, I'm no good at it. … Continue reading I Feel Guilty I’m Not More Involved at My Kid’s School