One question that I think a lot of moms ask themselves is, "Am I a good mom?" Who really decides the definition of a good mom anyways? Living in the age of social media, there is an abundance of...
I became a mother at the young age of 19 and I had no idea what was in store for me. All I knew was that I wanted to take the journey. I believed that I was ready for...
If you’ve been looking for a school that prioritizes community, literacy, and faith-based education, you should get to know Ascension Catholic School. My name is Emily Weitz, and I am a local mother of 3: Dagny (2nd grade), James...
I think many of us have traditions that we fondly remember from our childhood. Traditions are extra special during the holiday season. Maybe it is going to a Christmas Eve service and singing Christmas songs, opening presents around a...
September happens to be one of my favorite months. School is back in full swing and fall weather is fast approaching. It also happens to be National Kids Take Over The Kitchen Day on Sept. 13, which I think...
People will come and go from our lives, whether we like it or not. The truth is that some relationships were not meant to last. Through the years, I am sure we have all learned in some way, shape,...
When we lose people - or even pets - we love, the pain is very real.
So real, it's almost tangible. We desperately need to still feel them around us. Add to that explaining it all to your kids when...
Today my 6-year-old looked at me from across the kitchen counter as I was making lunch and asked:
"Mom, when is your body going to look like you aren't pregnant with twins anymore?"
I sighed as I automatically straightened up my...
I saw her. Sitting next to her mom. Legs crossed. Hair in a messy bun. She had on sunglasses and was sipping Starbucks. Quietly “people watching" as her mom was busy chatting away with a friend. “She” was at...
In a normal week, I work from home every Monday. It’s my way of easing back into the work week after a busy, noise-filled weekend. I enjoy having a quiet day at home alone to allow me to catch...
So I was reading one of those Facebook articles (you know the ones that suck you in and suggest other ones and you end up on there for hours…..yeah)
This one was 17 Myths about Motherhood. As I was reading,...
Growing up in the 60s (yikes) in Nashville, I played outside mostly, going from house to house with a wagon in tow, or sometimes skates, a bike or possibly a carriage of some sort. There was always a friend...
We hear about “mom tribes” and play dates, “momming so hard” and long sleepless nights, piles of poopy laundry and “Mamma Bear” spirit.
But the part of motherhood that no one prepared me for, that no one seems to talk...
Today, I loved being a working mom. I snuck into your room to sneak a peek of you sleeping before I left for work. You heard me and your bright blue eyes popped open, and a huge smile spread...
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Summer Camps
Check out these amazing local offerings to keep your kiddos busy (and happy!) this summer.
