Three weeks of school have passed already in my household.  And I took part in a group coaching session (via Skype) by Renee Tougas for homeschooling children ages 5-8. It was awesome and I'll tell you more about it later!  We're still adjusting to our school routine, but I have already noticed that if we miss a day or our routine is altered...Read More

Birthdays are such tricky things. They come with expectations, whether you consciously attribute any expectations to them or not. Such as...as a general rule, you really want your birthday to be a good day!  I mean, on the most simplistic level, that's what you're hoping for. A good day. If we're honest, let's go out there and say, we are truly hoping for...Read More

Just in time, after weeks of endlessly hot days and not a drop of rain, there is a reprieve. The heat backs off a bit. It may still be in the high 90's, but at least it isn't 112. In the evenings, in the shaded parts of my yard, it's downright pleasant. In the middle of the night, it could even be considered...Read More

Those two words so perfectly describe the last week. Particularly Saturday and Sunday. My sister-in-law, Beth, and my brother Michael asked me months ago when they realized they were pregnant with their first baby, if I would act as their doula. I was so very honored by their request. There is very little that I find more enjoyment in than pregnancy, childbirth and...Read More

In April, my family began a 3 month trial of a nutritarian diet.  Basically, a plant-based diet, largely dairy-free and primarily meat-free. We switched from skim milk to soy milk. (We tried almond milk, but it was too sweet for the kids).   Kyle and I were inspired to undertake this after reading lots of compelling information, including these books: Disease Proof Your...Read More

I am giggling, even as I write the title to this post. Helpless giggles. Have you heard of the Comfortisse Bra? It's advertised on TV. In this house, we've heard of it. Why? Because, in her own words, Brooklyn is "Curious about this bra."  And how does she even KNOW about this bra? Well, that's a funny story. Turns out that one day...Read More