I work from home with a full kitchen at my fingertips, yet I spend six minutes, at most, on my own lunch. Why do I spend more time than that packing a …
Parenting
Traveling Solo (with the kids!)
Spring break 2018 was a big one for our family. This was the year that I got to take the trip I’d salivated over my entire adult life. I went to Bali. …
Six Things to do with Your Kids This Summer (From Anywhere)
Ah, summer — the days are long and your kids’ attention spans are short. It’s the season you truly come to appreciate teachers and vow to up the spending cap on teacher …
Thriving with Your Senior: Tips for Transitioning Your Kid Out of the House
Moving up, out, and into adulthood can be an exciting time for you and your high school senior. I’m a firm believer that the universe has a way of making this transition …
Pros and Cons of Having a Baby Overseas
Growing your family is always an exciting decision, but it can be a little different when you are stationed overseas. When my husband and I first got to Europe, we thought we …
Actions Speak Louder than Words: Teaching Your Kids Not to Bully
When I had kids, it didn’t occur to me just how different they could be. I raised two boys–one outgoing and charismatic and the other socially awkward and difficult in a group. …