Finding my “fck that sht” battle cry

August 16, 2017.Reading time 3 minutes.

The preach: It’s ok to say no. The practice: Historically, I’m not really a “fuck this shit” type of girl. I’m more of one of those methodical, introspective types who processes (alt. mulls over; analyses; considers) my ice cream selection for days. I’m one of those girls that will hang on for far too long, […]

Dear toddler: Wherever your head rests, it will rest in love

May 24, 2017.Reading time 4 minutes.

The preach: Forget perceptions. Keep it real. The practice: Dear baby boy, I pulled your polka dot shade down tonight as we sang Twinkle Twinkle and, honestly, it felt like I was moving a mountain. Because, my little one, we are moving. And it’s a heavy, heavy load. Tonight is the last time I will […]

March to the beat of your chunky inner Cupid

February 15, 2017.Reading time 6 minutes.

The preach Choose love, even at 5:22am The practice It’s Valentine’s Day today. A day earmarked for love and romance and kindness and chocolate and roses and wishful thinking. A week or so ago, I was featured in a Hartford Magazine piece called “Valentine’s Day Survival Guide” and my words about self-care and self-love now […]