I’ve worked in restaurants, local cafés, and bars. I’ve made salads, cleaned up after people, juggled ten tables, dealt with drunks, got stiffed by whole families, and still walked away smiling because tips were what kept me afloat. And let me tell you something: this system is broken. Here’s the deal. Servers should be paid … More Can’t I Just Buy a Drink Without a Guilt Trip?
Saturday, Alice and I went on an adventure. I always call it an adventure when I take her anywhere because even the most ordinary errand feels like magic with my girl. We were on a mission to find my favorite toothpaste, the one I can only seem to find at a few random stores. Our … More Waving Through Saturday: A Day Out with Alice
Whew, what a beautiful Sunday we had! My husband is always such a good sport, truly just along for the ride most days, and today was no different. I got this little idea in my head that I wanted to try making homemade pizza crust. Not just any crust. Oh no. I was aiming for … More Boy Oh Boy, What a Sunday
Lately, I’ve been trying really hard to be more intentional with my time, my energy, and even the stuff we bring into our home. Instead of impulse-buying things just because they might work, I’ve been asking, Do we really need this? Will it grow with us? Case in point: I really wanted a wardrobe for … More Making Space for What Matters (and Getting Crafty With It)
I remember exactly where I was when Jim called.“The bee business is done,” he said. Just like that.No discussion. No warning. Just… over. Minutes later, I was spiraling into a full-blown panic attack and I didn’t understand why. At first, I thought it was just about losing the last thread tying me to the family.But … More The Day the Honey Stopped, So Did My Breath
I’ve been silent before. I’ve bent. I’ve made peace with the cold shoulder. I’ve accepted emotional withdrawal as punishment. I’ve tolerated disappearing acts disguised as dignity. I was trained by experience to believe that if I stood up for myself, I’d lose love. That if I didn’t fold fast enough, someone would walk away, or … More Not This Time: Breaking the Silence That Used to Break Me
Listen. I love a good baby product, especially the fancy ones that promise to fix everything from dry skin to a bad mood. But dang, you’d think Tubby Todd all over ointment was made with liquid gold the way it’s priced. And your girl? She’s thrifty. I want things to last. So I had a … More Tubby Todd Spray Hack: Because I’m Cheap and Clever
Okay, let’s talk about something that definitely sent me down a late-night rabbit hole: sharing drinks and spoons with your baby. You know the posts. “Don’t share utensils! Don’t kiss on the lips! Don’t let your baby sip from your straw or they’ll get cavities!” Cue the guilt spiral. But here’s the thing. I’ve shared … More Sharing Spoons and Straws With Your Baby? Here’s What You Actually Need to Know
This year marked Brett’s very first Father’s Day, and we kept things simple but meaningful, just the way we like it. A few funny shirts for him to wear (because let’s be honest, a good dad joke on a T-shirt is basically a love language), some quality time as a family, and of course… a … More First Father’s Day: 10% Relaxation, 90% Chores?
You know those days when you’ve reheated your coffee three times or lunch has gone cold for the 2nd time, the baby has decided naps are optional. That’s exactly why I started treating stroller walks not as “just for the baby” but as a full-blown mama mental health ritual. Because let’s be real, sometimes you … More Why Stroller Rides Are Good for You, Mama (Yes, You)
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