Tag: motherhood
“My Shot” – Lessons For Mom From Hamilton
If you know me well, you know how much I love Hamilton, Lin-Manuel Miranda’s wildly popular, original Broadway production that debuted in January 2015....
Juneteenth: A White Mom’s Primer
I want to tell you about my daughter. She is a teenager now - stunningly gorgeous, and more woman than child. She is kind...
Dear Moms, You Need A Hobby
Before you roll your eyes or scoff (is it too late already?), let's just take a second to think about the word "hobby."
I know...
I’m A Highly Sensitive Mom – And You Might Be Too
I'm an adult and I get sensory overload. I have 3 kids and I get sensory overload. I'm an introvert and I get sensory...
From Exhausted to Energized: Reflecting on OKC’s Demand Justice Rally
Let’s face it, the past few weeks have been emotionally trying for most people. We’ve been in the midst of a global pandemic, socially...
5 Ways Allyship is Like Helping a Friend Grieve
By now, most of us have developed, or are in the process of developing, effective language for supporting a friend through a crisis. Whether...
What I’ve Learned by Running With My Son
Last year, the Oklahoma City marathon ran past our house, and my boy was enthralled. He wanted to train to run, and he asked...
Coping Skills Aren’t Just for Kids
The other day my little girl was having a hard day. The blocks were not staying stacked. The snacks were not as free-flowing that...
If You Make a Mom a Teacher
If your country finds itself in the middle of a pandemic, and it is no longer safe for children to attend school,...
Attn: Dads – Here’s How to Make Mother’s Day 2020 the...
We are not even five months into 2020 and it’s already been a rough year, for everyone, especially moms.
Things are different, and...
The Year Without a “Maycember”
"Maycember" used to be one of my favorite things to playfully complain about.
Not familiar with "Maycember?" It's a nod to the fact that the...
3 Ways You Can Create A Calmer Home – Today
We could all use a bit more calm, now and forever. I want to share some ways you can invite more calm into your...