On Endings and Beginnings
The THING I Always Wanted When I was a little girl, I played with dolls. Not because someone
I am Not Ready–Thing 2 graduates
First day of Kindergarten, and always punking your brother. Last day of high school... I procrastinated this particular
How Are You? That Heavy Holiday Question…
Mood. It's been quiet here. The holiday gift guides remain in draft mode. Cards unsent, gifts unwrapped. I'll
The Queen of Halloween
A Proper Pumpkin Princess I am obsessed with Halloween. Like beyond. Tons of decor, I love to play
Self-Improvement September
Self Improvement month? Perhaps better called “get your own oxygen mask on before you help others” month…
Disconnecting to Reconnect
This started as a Father’s day post–sneaking away with the hubby/he’s a great dad/appreciation thing–but turned into something
This is It–a Graduation Story
I have so much to say, yet I dread putting it down in words. Saying all that I
For my son
This was originally published “off blog” when my eldest turned 16. I stand by these rules today. Mom’s
The Space In Between
The Space In Between: an Essay on Loss For those who don’t know me personally, I need to
Cider House Rules (and the rest of Soergel’s too!)
It is finally FALL and the month of October–literally my favorite month of the year. I love seasons
How Gen X Parents Can Teach Consent to Gen Z
Since a big chunk of Moxie Mama is parenting, but specifically the BOY MOM arena, I felt I
The Lasts of My First
I’ve known for a while I would write this post. And I’ve found every excuse in the world
13 Reasons Why NOT (Includes spoilers)
Mom to Mom, let’s have a conversation about the second season of Netflix original, “13 Reasons Why.”
GAME TIME
As a Mom of teens, finding ways to engage them is often challenging. They have social lives, can
I’m Lovin It!
Eating whole, home cooked, healthy meals is a wonderful idea. Sourcing locally grown produce, grass-fed meats, and cooking
