I'm currently training for a half-marathon that's just over a month away, so I'm working out a lot, usually early in the morning before the kids get up. More >>

When our children left home, I knew it was up to me to assure that my husband and I grew together, not apart. I became his biggest cheerleader when he told me there was a promotion he really wanted... More >>

I've always had a special empathy for my youngest son, Jack because I know he struggles with being the little brother. Frequently being compared to his older siblings at school or by others... More >>

After a break up of my daughter's, she tearfully asked who was going to be interested in her at 25... More >>

It's not hard to get mixed up about what love is when you watch movie after movie where people meet, have sex, and 20 minutes later, fall head over heels for each other. Here are some of the most common myths about love... More >>

There is no question that life is stressful. The world events of 2016 escalated stress levels across the great divide of personal opinion and viewpoint. It's easy to be overwhelmed by the big picture... More >>

The tortilla chip aisle of the supermarket has never been more crowded. Whether it's using my favorite brand of cheddar tortilla chips with flax seeds and quinoa, it might just be time for a tortilla chip tasting... More >>

These days, it seems that once kids are of school age, many mothers think they need to 'seize the moment' and get back into the workforce, but I've found that even though kids are in school full time, a mother's role doesn't end. In fact, it just increases... More >>

You know those mornings where the kids are fighting in the car on the way to school, someone gets out crying, and everyone feels terrible? Those are the worst... More >>

I am writing to thank you for helping me to understand why I do certain things which have held me back in terms of career and relationships and for just getting me excited about life in general. More >>