A decade ago in July I left a narcissist sociopath who singlehandedly wrecked every good thing I’d built for myself in my twenties.
I was...
Last December, just a couple weeks before Christmas, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. In those initial days following the news, I wrestled through...
When I see those cute photos of children piled on top of the family dog, I cringe a little. Did you know dogs don’t...
A few weeks ago, I woke to an email from our high school principal that was sparse on details, but highlighted a potential threat...
October is my favorite month in Saint Louis. I love the colorful autumn leaves and pumpkins everywhere. I love taking my kids to festivals,...
So, I'm not talking about the struggles in getting out of bed associated with depression, though I know that struggle. It's hard, really really...
“You just do too much.” “You really need to say ‘no’ to things.” “You don’t have to try to have it all.”
I’ve heard some...
We’ve been told a lie that romance is only giant gestures: flash mobs, rooms full of flowers, chaotic dashes through airports hoping to catch...
This post is sponsored by the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra.
St. Louis Symphony Family Concerts are BACK for the 2019/2020 season! These concerts are geared...
So you have a preschooler. Chances are, you've probably wondered what they should know before heading off to the big K. Kindergarten, that is!
Should...

















