Summer Perspective: Parenting with Cristina Young

June 24, 2019 Leave a Comment

One thing about summer is that if done right, it gives us more time and space to reflect on the year that’s just gone by. I always try and find at least a few quiet moments to think about how I spent time during the year. Who was I with? What did I make a… read more

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Great Summer Reads

June 17, 2019 1 Comment

Hey y’all, it’s summer. After the whirlwind that is commonly referred to as May-hem, I am in need of some serious R&R. You too? It’s been a while since I have written a book review so this is the mother-of-all reviews with 8 great books I have read in recent months. And I also included… read more

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Why I Signed Up To Be A Bone Marrow Donor

June 2, 2019 Leave a Comment

Last weekend I headed back to my 20 year college reunion. I have to say it was a thrill being back on campus showing my husband and children my old stomping ground. But nothing made me happier than seeing two dear friends who have been battling cancer, both fighting harder and with more grace than… read more

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Parenting Event!

April 23, 2019 Leave a Comment

Need advice on how to be a great parent? Then this event is for you. Even if you can only come for a few hours, I guarantee it’ll be worth your while. David Thomas and Sissy Goff are from Daystar Counseling in Nashville, and they get RAVE reviews. Please do pass this one along to… read more

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The Most Boring Gift Guide Ever

April 15, 2019 Leave a Comment

Gang, here goes. I know this is THE most boring gift guide ever, but I am telling you, you won’t be sad when this arrives for Mother’s Day. I’ve been drinking Bulletproof coffee on a friend’s recommendation for almost 2 years. (More on that later!) I was dangerously using a “bullet” which is not recommended… read more

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Parenting Class for Dads

April 13, 2019 1 Comment

This post is for the men! That being said, most of my subscribers are women, so ladies I am calling on you to share this good news with the men in your lives. The incredibly thoughtful and talented Cristina Young is once again offering a workshop for fathers of tweens, teens, adolescents, and college aged… read more

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Monday Feels

February 25, 2019 Leave a Comment

This video. I just can’t. Did you watch the Oscars? Hope this gets your Monday started on the right foot. Trevor Noah and the Daily Show staff crack me up. And Roy Wood Jr. he is just too good. x https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uHNYE3cazBE&t=13s

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Sunday Style: Derek Blasberg’s Apartment Makeover

February 24, 2019 2 Comments

On this rainy (will it ever end this year?!?) East Coast Sunday I thought I would brighten your day with one of the best installations I have seen in a long time. Derek Blasberg’s Upper East Side Apartment Renovation was recently featured in Architectural Digest and I swooned over every detail! Well done Virginia Tupker (we… read more

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Health and Wellness: Hormones

February 14, 2019 6 Comments

The last half decade has been a deep dive on may things, but none more so than health and wellness. As I ventured out of my 30s and into my 40s, I noticed so many emotional, spiritual, and physical changes. While emotionally I felt more strength and conviction in my choices and preferences, on the… read more

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Beautycounter for Men

February 8, 2019 Leave a Comment

Anyone who knows my chainsaw wielding man, knows that he is far from a metrosexual. For most of our relationship his toiletry kit contained toothpaste, deodorant, and a razor – and washing his face meant a brisk splash of water before bed. Two years ago I discreetly placed a stand up container of face wash… read more

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