As a mama who know nothing firsthand about infertility or pregnancy loss, I am in awe of stories like Erin tells on this week’s episode. She is one strong, brave mama. I just know you’ll connect with her authenticity and honesty about all the emotions she felt during her journey. We also talk about the...
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8 Steps for Preparing Your Homeschooler for Public High School
I mostly identify as homeschooling mama, but truth be told, three out of our 6 kids have spent time in not just school, but public school. <GASP> Our latest launch has been the most successful to date. Clearly this makes me an expert, so I figured I would impart my pearly words of wisdom to...
Podcast | #09 Oshea, founder of Dress Again
Did you know there’s an epidemic of abandoned wedding dresses at dry cleaners? Me either. My guest this week, Oshea Cisterna, is rescuing wedding dresses, helping brides find their dream gown, and, then, doing her part to rescue the world. Her enthusiasm is contagious. I can’t wait for you to meet her. If you’d like...
{2017} A Day in the Life
It’s been a while since I’ve chronicled a day in our homeschool and mompreneur life. In the absence of any real scrapbooking (does anyone do that anymore?), this is as good as it gets. I guess I should also note, that this is what a day looks like if we don’t have Bridges or therapy...
Podcast | #08 Erica Rimlinger
I initially recruited Erica as a guest because of her battle with breast cancer that also birthed one of the most fascinating novels I’ve read. It’s specifically notable because it’s based on one of the most ridiculous real-life stories I’ve ever heard. They say the truth is stranger than fiction! But our conversation also touches...
Podcast | #07 Tricia Anderson
This week, I’m excited about welcoming my BFF, Tricia Anderson, to the show. As you’ll hear, we’re kinda the same person…and kinda not. We’re a rare example of besties who are on opposite side of pretty much every ideological spectrum we can think of. She’ll be coming back every so often to offer her perspective...
The Best Stinky Laundry Solution
Imagine this scenario with me. Husband (who sweats profusely when doing any physical activity) goes to hot yoga during lunch break. Husband puts clothes from hot yoga into backpack. Husband empties clothes from hot yoga into laundry hamper the next time he packs to go. He doesn’t go every day. EWWW! So your laundry might...
Podcast | #06 LaShelle Bray
My guest this week is LaShelle Bray who brings her story of being a bi-racial couple and how recent events have affected her children. It’s an honest, articulate conversation with a call to action that you don’t want to miss. During the conversation, LaShelle also mentions that she’s been blogging. You can read that post...