Jamie Scaccia
Child Abuse: What are the Signs?
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, and this post from 2023 is worth sharing, and re-sharing.
You never know what’s happening behind closed doors.
Child...
You Want Me to … Rest?
My husband asked me how I was feeling.“I’m doing fine. Okay, I guess,” I said.“No, really, how are you feeling?” He said I was...
My Favorite St. Louis Bakeries
Recently I gave you my favorite places for pastry, and now I have a list of my favorite bakeries in the St. Louis area...
Favorite St. Louis Pastries for National Pastry Day!
This is definitely baking season for me, but for those who don’t have a drive to wake up early in the morning to get...
If Not ADHD, Then What?
Because October is ADHD Awareness Month, let’s talk about what it is and what it is not. I’m sure you have heard of Attention...
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month: What You Need to Know
We are resharing this post as October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
In the United States, about 1 in 4 women and 1 in 10...
Teachers Deserve a Gold Star!
When I was little, I could not understand why an athlete would make millions of dollars, and teachers seemed to make so little. I...
Self-Care is a Luxury
Do you have time for self-care?
Y’all – I’ve had enough.
I’m tired. Tired of having to wake up and put clothes on every day. I’m...
Guided Imagery for Moms
She opens her eyes from her bed, hearing the drops of rain splash against the foggy window. A wet day.The blankets warm her toes...
The Power of a Handshake
Sometimes a simple handshake can convey more than words can.
Have you seen that video of teachers welcoming their students into the classroom, each with...













