When I saw on Instagram that one of my Mom friends was aiming to complete the ‘1000 Hours Outside’ challenge this year, I thought I’d jump on the bandwagon. Living in the Bay Area we’re completely spoiled for choice...
In 2019, California had a total of 3,316 fatal car crashes — the highest number in the U.S. 90 of the fatalities were children under age 15 (most of which were car seat age) — the 2nd highest total...
After months of a self-imposed sabbatical from writing, I'm back, hungry for dialogue that isn't work-related. I am writing about something all too common for us moms: being sick. Moms are not permitted to be sick. We are expected...
Think back to when you were a teenager in high school, about a club or a team that you had been a part of with your good friends - friends who you trusted you could count on through thick...
Since I was a kid, people have told me I overthink. They've said I'm in my head too much, as if there is a proper amount. As an adult, a dear friend suggested that I didn't need to smoke...
So it’s that time of year when women indulge in heart-shaped candy while awaiting their highly anticipated romantic gift that their significant other has poured countless hours of thought into. Unless you’re like me and have been married for...
When you’re pregnant, everyone says life will change. I remember people telling me that and thinking, “Duh... I know. We’ve waited and worked hard to get pregnant. We’re ready!” But no matter how ready you think you are, no...
Alone time is underrated.
Date nights are tough. They require as much planning as vacations. Staying up late on any night for adult time doesn't always work out either, because one of us knocks out first (usually me) or has...
Friday is National Margarita Day and we can't think of a better way to close out the workweek that actually began with National Drink Wine Day on Monday. Here's a guide to everything margaritas, courtesy of a few sister sites in...
April 1st may officially be April Fools' Day, but for us, it's also the perfect chance to do some spring cleaning. We've rounded up five of our favorite posts on cleaning and organizing to help motivate you to get...

























