My husband and I recently celebrated seven years of marriage. Of course we've been together longer than that, but passing the seven year mark of being lawfully wed seems somewhat significant. I think it's that old "seven year itch" phrase...
Summertime is here. And that means we must tackle swimsuit shopping; a most daunting and arduous task. There are very few women I know – especially who have birthed children – who look forward to this annual endeavor. And...
When I found out that I was expecting my first baby, I promptly logged on to Amazon and bought all of my favorite childhood books.
When I found out that I was expecting my second baby, I promptly logged on...
Talking about laundry doesn’t usually get me very excited… in fact, I’d rather talk about most anything else. Can I confess something? Lately I’ve kinda been wishing people would bring up laundry in everyday conversation.
Something’s wrong with me. Maybe...
We’re nearing the end of this pregnancy, and I’ve been gathering the things I’ll need to pack when it’s go time. I should probably have them already packed and ready to go but I’m a procrastinator so I’m sure...
I saved the tears for the car. In the back of the library parking lot, I banged my head on the steering wheel. We were never going to make it through a story time. She was never going to...
I used to make fun of people who thought preschool graduation was a thing. I mean, what's the big deal? The era of being babysat while playing all day long is over. And that deserves a ceremony?
Well, after having...
One of my colleagues stopped me other day to tell me about his experience watching his daughter play soccer. He kind of laughed as he first explained that his daughter was a defensive player, and at one point in...
I’ve been counting down the weeks and now days until Baby Love, KC’s Only Baby Fair on June 11 at the Overland Park Convention Center. Frantically prepping and panicking, trying to get everything done and ready for our new...
I’m a big believer in moms having something that brings them joy outside of the everyday of parenting. A way to remember you are a well-rounded woman, who has passions and skills, and you’re not afraid to use them!
First,...
Some moments overwhelm me with a flawless combination of pride, beauty, and joy. And love. The unconditional, protective, all-consuming kind of love. I watch in wonder as he plays on my lap, by my side, on the playground. I...
It’s no secret — my mom is my best friend. She lives 7 minutes down the road and yet we speak daily. It’s unusual for us to go three days in a row without seeing each other and if...
There are a lot of things I’ve planned: my wedding, my grocery list, our future Disney trip (down to every hour, I might add), etc. My birth plan? It looks like this: do what’s best for me and baby...
Does anyone else feel the pressure to plan a bunch of fun activities for her kids once summer rolls around? Is anyone else terrible at that? Especially when you work full time year-round and summer feels pretty much like...
Have you ever thought something about someone else and said it out loud not thinking anything of it?
We all have...so don't lie to yourself. This whole motherhood thing has so many different options and ways to do things that...
Your Guide To KC
Where to Trapshoot in Kansas City with Teens, Tweens
The rise of tweens and teens seeking sports outside the traditional football, soccer, basketball, volleyball route has been on a steady incline for the...
