A Guide to Surviving Your Firstborn’s College Drop-off Day

You’ve survived that dreaded trip (or ten) to Bed, Bath and Beyond. You’ve stocked her with enough cough and cold medicine to cure a preschool. You’ve gotten all the financial aid papers out of the way. And now it’s time. It’s time to take your first born to college. College drop off is emotional, exciting, … Continue reading A Guide to Surviving Your Firstborn’s College Drop-off Day

Finding Gratitude in Grief – Part One

It’s hard to believe it’s been nearly six weeks since my sweet mom passed away. Some days, the Grief, the ugly, messy, petrifying Grief, pulls the rug from under me and leaves me breathless on the floor of my closet. Yes, my 48 year old self finds comfort on the floor of my closet, crying. … Continue reading Finding Gratitude in Grief – Part One

Need a new podcast? Here are five I’m loving right now

Laughing loudly, mouth open, I'm sitting in my car finding so much enjoyment in 'Armchair Expert,' one of my new favorite podcasts, that I'm subsequently late for yoga class.  Once inside, it takes me a bit to focus inward as I keep silently giggling. Podcasts have this affect on me. I get hooked quickly, and … Continue reading Need a new podcast? Here are five I’m loving right now