A definition that will help when a simple conversation suddenly turns tense, you’re misunderstood, or an interaction feels emotionally loaded. . I inherited my fair and freckled skin from my mother’s family. I know that if I plan to spend more than 15 minutes in full sun, I need to slather on SPF 50 or…
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A Little About Me (and Why I Write)
An Introduction, what I’ve been up to lately, and some photos from my camera roll . Hello! 💙 It’s been a while since I’ve properly introduced myself, and with so many new readers around here, now feels like the perfect time. No matter if you’ve just found your way to my corner of the internet…
The Tired Parent’s Guide to Brilliant Learning
How do we encourage our kids to play in new ways or explore new ideas? *Beginner Tips to Strewing* I want to be the kind of mom who provides a childhood full of wonder and variety. But that can be tricky without going overboard on Pinterest, scheduling to many activities, or spending money in my…
When a Medical Emergency Disrupts Life: Tools for the In-Between
Simple ways I’ve found to stay steady — through gentle productivity and small, meaningful actions — even in the middle of medical chaos. . Recently I have been helping support a close family member who had serious surgery and a rough recovery. In this process I have been reminded of so many tools I have…
How I Structure Mornings with my Kids for a Smooth Start
A simple, flexible morning routine that helps kids start the day with independence, responsibility, and peace—while making mornings smoother for the whole family. Practical ideas & chore lists. A key piece to living deliberately is setting up the day for success. Whatever your day holds, let’s reclaim the mornings with time to ourselves, a reset…
When Life Gets Complicated – 4 Helpful Lists
In seasons where everything feels upside down a few tools can keep you going. Life can be exceptionally hard. There have been seasons full of days where I wake up and just focus on the next few hours. In my house there are interrupted schedules, strong emotions, unexpected setbacks, and lots of family. I am…
Choose Your Own Adventure – Climbing Out of Overwhelm
There are many paths to take back to a less stressful lifestyle. How you get there depends on you and what is in your path. Do you remember the Choose Your Own Adventure books? That was the shelf of the school library that I always checked first. Each book was well-loved with pages worn and…
Reading Superpowers: My Book Stack
If your nightstand is stacked with half-finished books and your library checkout list is a little ambitious, you’re in good company! Here are some tips. Reading multiple books at once doesn’t have to feel overwhelming—with some small changes, it can actually make reading easier, more fun, and a perfect fit for your busy life. If…
5 More Roadblocks That Stop My Productivity – Part 2
Like a sudden road closure, I feel disoriented and lost at times. Here are more places in my life that may not be obvious where I often get stuck and feel overwhelmed. Part 2 of places where I can feel overwhelmed and stuck. I know firsthand how frustrating it can be when productivity comes to…
Join me on Substack!
Hey! Hello! 😁 I am so glad you have found my blog! This is my home place where I test out writing work, post weekly articles, and share updates on my books. I love having my own corner of the internet that I can call my own. Unfortunately because of bots and ugly internet trolls,…