This post is in partnership with Compass High School.
I recently had the chance to visit Compass High School, an 8th–12th grade private college preparatory school for students with learning differences. As a former educator and school site administrator myself, I am...
Ever since I was a freshman in high school I can remember coveting other people’s jeans. The way the thicker denim fabric made my friends' legs look longer, butts look better, and waists look smaller was something I deeply...
Have you ever felt like everything is going pretty okay in your life, but there is still a void for something you can’t put your finger on? I was feeling this way, but it wasn't until I finally let...
While awaiting your firstborn, you may have visions of folding laundry or reading a book as your little one coos to himself a few feet away.
Then reality hits and between feeding, changing, and doing strange acrobatics you’d never have...
I’ve been an avid exerciser most of my life. I used to do intense, trendy workouts and train for half-marathons, mostly so I could fit into my favorite jeans. Since that ship has long sailed, I now exercise for...
For most of us, a train ride is a method of transportation, a means to an end. For my four-year-old son, a train ride IS the destination. A few days ago, he told us that he didn’t want to...
I was the only one of my friends in San Francisco who stayed home full time after having a baby which meant I was instantly saddled with the task of making more friends. It was comforting to know I...
You deserve a break, mama! Join us on Thursday, May 2nd, from 9:00–10:30 AM at Coffeebar, Menlo Park. Drip coffees will only be $1 during our event and teas/ espresso drinks will only be $2.50! Children are welcome. Check...
I have a lot of friends who believe that social media is a waste of time. I often agree with them. There are times I get sucked into reading about non-sense when I could be doing something more productive....
It’s Infertility Awareness Week. When my dear friend Kelly asked me to write about my experience, I panicked. I’ve been struggling with what to write mainly because I suffered through infertility without talking about it (I don’t recommend it),...
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