It was a midsummer night, and I found myself curled up on the couch, scrolling my phone, when I decided to just go for it. After many failed attempts to make mom friends through social media, I decided to...
After having her baby girl, Rika felt like something was missing ... and made it a priority to find it. I looked in the mirror and I just didn’t see myself anymore.  I’m sure many of you have experienced that feeling...
Future For Football is an initiative of the National Football Foundation, created to highlight the lessons and values that football imparts. Get involved and sign up to play today by visiting Future for Football for resources, a League Locator...
As moms, we're usually the ones playing photographer, capturing everyone else’s moments. But let’s be honest—when was the last time you got in front of the camera with your family? I know it’s an investment, but one of my...

Turning 40

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40. The big 4-0. 40th birthday. I officially hit 40 at the end of August, and people should write books about the mind game of being a woman and mother entering her forties. Turning 40 here and there bothered me,...
Does your child melt down as soon as they walk through the door after a long day of school? If so, you’re not alone. Many parents experience this sudden shift in their child’s behavior, where the calm, well-behaved student...
My 8-year-old daughter, Ava, shared that her friends “got married” on the playground at recess.  She told me she didn’t attend because it was all “too much.” I had questions. Lots, to be honest.  Namely, how is a second grader getting married...
When kids learn to love water, they unlock a world of possibilities! One of the most inspiring examples is Regan Smith, whose name has become synonymous with excellence in the pool. Regan’s journey from a young swimmer to an...
With the new school year upon us, we are re-sharing this post from 2023 about a family reset! Every time seasons transition, especially in and out of the school year, it feels like an opportunity for a family reset.   What...
Creating an Estate Plan was one of those tasks I put on my mental to-do list after I became a mom. You know that never-ending list of things you know you need to do? Creating a Will was one...

In + Around STL

A Guide to Local Trains for Your Train Lover

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  If you're like us, you may have a train lover in your home! We're lucky here in St. Louis to have access to several...