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The Comeback of the Most Ignored Room in the House
If you’ve been following along, you already know I’m deep in my Hometel series, a.k.a. me turning my home into a boutique hotel experience......
Turning My Home Into a Hotel: The Hometel Chronicles
Listen… I don’t know what kind of midlife creativity sprint I’m currently running, but I woke up one morning and decided that my regular,...
Why Leaving the Kids and Cruising Through Europe Was the Best Parenting Decision We...
This summer, my husband and I did something bold — some might even say scandalous. We left the kids at home and took a...
The Joys of Being an ‘Okay’ Mom: Embracing Imperfection This School Year
As I sit here, sipping my lukewarm coffee (that I’ve reheated at least three times), I can’t help but reflect on our journey into...
Confessions of a ‘Messy’ Mom: Embracing Imperfection With Style and Laughter
Calling all messy moms who have ever felt guilty about not having a picture-perfect, pristine home! Let's face it: Life with kids can be...
From Superwoman to Passenger Princess
Hello there, super moms and incredible wives! Are you ready to reclaim your throne and become the ultimate Passenger Princess without a shred of...
Look on The Bright Side, You Have ADHD!
Growing up, I knew I was different and that things didn’t come as easily for me as it did for others. I woke up...
The Day That Made Me a Stay-at-Home Mom
March 13, 2023, was supposed to be a great day. For goodness sake, I made it to work on time. Stacy, at Starbucks, was...
Diary of a DIY Novice: How I Got Away With Painting My House Three...
In the last two years, a lot in this world has changed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Everyone's normal routine and livelihood shifted. For...
No Child Left Behind: When You’re Expecting Baby No. 2
Mason, my 4-year-old, had 99 problems — but a sibling wasn’t one. That was until December 24, 2020, rolled around. My husband and I...
On Sundays We Self-Care
"Mommy, you look tired." I was 10 years old when I made that bold statement to my mother.
She chuckled and replied, "Baby that’s called...
The Second Time Around
JACKSON WHO?! Everything and everyone I’ve known is rooted in South Florida. Then my boss waltzed in, presenting my husband and I (yes, we’re...