I was feeling frustrated the other day and I couldn’t exactly put my finger on why, but then it hit me: I am the dumping ground. I knew it, but I didn’t really know it…. [Continue Reading]
Best Mother’s Day Gifts for 2016: Mother’s Day Gift Guide
I think that Mothers Day is a brilliant chance to show your mother how much you love them, whether that’s through a painting, jewelerry, GiftTree baskets or a trip. I’ve scoured the internet to bring… [Continue Reading]
Dear Me: How Can I Get Over Mom Guilt?
Dear Me: How do I get over the feeling of guilt that washes over me when taking time away from my children? Dear You: It’s easy to see that you’re distraught. First, because you’re asking yourself… [Continue Reading]
Babies, and Lessons Learned in Forty-Four Years Of Marriage.
It finally happened: our son was born last Saturday, August 22nd! Here he is: His name is Ciro Joseph: Ciro, after Greg’s paternal Grandfather, and Joseph, after my father. And yes, we are every cliche thing… [Continue Reading]
A Slide in the Background of a Photograph
I’m a small person by nature – only 5’1 on a good (hair) day – but no matter what sort of frame you are, when you are this pregnant you are reaching max capacity for… [Continue Reading]
11 Crazy Characters You’ll Encounter While Planning Your Wedding (and How to Deal With Their Antics.)
Weddings are beautiful and wonderful – the most exciting time of your life. But let’s be serious: they also tend to conjure up the crazy in many people. Even those around you who you would… [Continue Reading]