Mom Life

Over a year ago, I purchased items online from a well-known clothing retailer for my daughter. I then began to receive emails from this clothing retailer daily (and continue to receive them to this day). Do you know why...

We are all longing to feel seen and heard, to receive validation that our experience matters. That we matter. The last few months have been especially challenging. For many, the uncertainty we have been experiencing can feel overwhelming at...

I have a teenage son. Much like a cat, he spends a lot of time in his room and doesn't tell me anything. He gets A's, he does his chores, his overall mood is fine, he has friends, and...

One evening while using my time to mindlessly scroll Facebook, I saw a snapshot of a Twitter post that read, “Are you healed or are you distracted?” Well. Call the police please because I am being targeted by a stranger...

I've always made an effort to interact with our neighbors, at least a little bit. And getting to know our neighbors has been such a blessing for my family. We finally live on a street where there are other...

Isn’t it funny how we try to teach our kids life lessons and they end up teaching us? Lessons that we already know, but perhaps need a refresher on. Gratitude is one thing I strive to teach my young...

It's been a tough year, and many of us are feeling the urge to spread additional holiday cheer. But how do we give gifts without breaking the bank? We've got a fun DIY gift idea, for only around $2.50...

We all know pumpkin pie is that holiday staple. Golden and delicious, most of us revel in all the pumpkin goodness this time of year. But I'm here to tell you there may just be an even tastier (gasp!)...

In the days before he was killed by Army soldiers, Tasuηka Witko (Crazy Horse) sat together with Tatanka Iyotake (Sitting Bull). Both of these men were leaders of the Lakota, my people. I imagine them on that day and...

Thanksgiving will be here before we know it. And traditionally, Thanksgiving involves family, amazing food, and good conversations. But have you ever thought of celebrating the season with the friends in your life? I'm talking about the close friends, the...