In March of 2020 when all of this Coronavirus panic began, we were confused, anxious and scared of the unknown. At that time, we knew what a pandemic was, but we were so used to living without worry, almost in a bubble...this could never happen to us! Nothing could impede on our carefree (well, sort of) life. Not in this lifetime. Thinking back, I was shocked, surprised ... Read More
Thoughts About My Dry 21 Days
Well, friends, I did it. This girl (woman? nah, I still think of my forty-year-old self as a girl) gave up wine and spirits for TWENTY-ONE days & I have a few thoughts and feelings to share. To start, it was super helpful to not have parties or events to attend, where alcohol would be present and plentiful. Like many, my downfall is the social aspect of drinking...there ... Read More
Ten Signs you are a Working Mom in the Midst of a Pandemic
Day 108. WOW. We are really in this thing, aren't we? As I write this, I am watching the news and shaking my head, literally. It's all too much and makes me anxious and enraged. I am feeling a lot of ways today but mostly focused on how insane life has been as a working mom during 2020. Even if you are not a working om, I assume many of you can relate to some of these ... Read More
DAY 18: I am Anxious, Scared and Over it
The thought of having too many events on my calendar makes me so anxious. Like, I seriously have issues with it. My family & friends know this about me, and respect that I need my downtime. Well....most of them do. Human interaction hangovers are a real thing in my world. It's not that I am anti-social all of the time. When in the mood, you can't shut me up. I am ... Read More
A Wreck: Another Major Life Event
It is fascinating how life can change in a matter of seconds. This past Sunday, I decided to take my eight-year-old son for a much needed, way overdue haircut. The weather was nice, and all he wanted to do was ride his scooter. The couch, snacks, and reruns of Bravo shows were ... Read More