As parents, my husband and I are committed to open and honest dialogues with our kids about anything and everything but there are times when we struggle to make sense of current events. We talk about friendships, money, our marriage, social media behavior, alcohol, sex, race, and so much more. We seize teachable moments that…
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Marlo Thomas Goes Digital!
You know and trust Marlo Thomas as a successful actress, author, and philanthropist. For decades, she has been inspiring women, making people laugh, and acting as a role model. She’s also the face of St. Judes hospital, helping thousands of families and their children each year. Now Marlo Thomas is going digital. Join Marlo at…
How to Embrace the Dopamine Décor Trend on a Budget
Some make new year’s resolutions, others select words. Instead, I spent the first part of this year focusing on purging, organizing, and redecorating part of our home. My goal was to transform a cluttered office into a colorful upstairs sitting area without spending a lot of money. Without realizing it, I unintentionally embraced the dopamine…
Vejo Review: Portable Pod Blender for Premium Plant-Based Nutrition
This Vejo review is sponsored but all opinions are my own At a time when we’re balancing work, trying to manage a household, and adjusting to a new virtual school year, it’s easy to forget to take care of ourselves. Sleep, exercise, and personal nutrition tend to fall by the wayside as we adjust to…
6 Important Lessons Learned from Years of Traveling to Haiti
When I heard the news of a 7.0 an earthquake in Haiti on January 12, 2010, I never imagined Haiti would become the country I’ve visited most often, or I would fall in love with. I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve visited since I started going in 2012 but haven’t forgotten the talented artisans…
The Tough Road to 13.1: Why I Pushed Myself to Run My First Half Marathon
This post is sponsored by Corning® Gorilla® Glass On Sunday mornings my alarm would go off before the rest of the family stirred. I’d tip toe around the house to get dressed, chug a glass of water, and lace up my shoes before heading out the door. A quick glance at my watch told me my…
6 Reasons to Take Your Kids to See Marvel Universe LIVE! Age of Heroes
I admit that we’re not a family that has ever been obsessed with superheroes. We know who is part of the Marvel Universe and the members of The Avengers, but we’ve never rushed out to see the latest movies as they’ve come to theaters and my kids haven’t ever wanted to be the characters for…
