The Starry Night painting was elusive when we visited the museum.
The Elusive Painting
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It’s the little things
Sometimes it’s the smallest things—a lost toy or a $6 parking fee—that push us over the edge. In this honest reflection, I share a story about a tough day in NYC, a quietly heartbroken child, and the quiet strength it takes to learn, let go, and move forward. A reminder to all busy moms: it’s okay to feel it all—and then choose peace anyway.
Surviving the art gallery
Who doesn’t love a good mystery? My youngest son after our latest trip to NYC, that’s who…. When I was a kid, my mother and my aunt would take my cousins and me on Mystery Rides. We’d hop in my aunt’s wood paneled station wagon and go somewhere fun, but we didn’t know...
Roller Skates and Self-Belief
Believing in yourself isn’t just about setting your mind to something—it’s about trusting that you are capable and worthy. As a six-year-old terrified of roller skates, I had to take that leap of faith. Decades later, as a coach for working mothers, I faced the same challenge. The doubts were loud, but that simple childhood lesson—”Believe in yourself”—pushed me forward.
For so many women balancing careers and motherhood, self-trust is often the missing piece. That promotion you’re hesitating to apply for, that boundary you need to set, that change you long to make—it all starts with believing you are worthy of success.
So next time you face your own roller-skating moment, remember: you’ve got this.
The Mental Load of Laundry
Laundry isn’t just a chore—it comes with a mental load, especially for moms. But what if your kids took responsibility for their own laundry? My 9-year-old did, and it changed everything. Here’s how sharing the load frees up time and teaches independence.