Rachel, Senior Writer
If You Need Something Done, Ask A Busy Mom
How Do You Do It?I get asked this question a lot. Usually, I just reply, "Not very well" and laugh it off. I work full time outside the home in a demanding job, have...
Tooth Fairy Logistics
Dear Tooth Fairy Manager,I am writing to file a formal complaint. I am afraid the service provided by my Tooth Fairy has become unacceptable. To be honest, things have been going downhill for a...
Hiking Scavenger Hunt at Fox Run Regional Park
We love hiking in Colorado Springs. The best part is every hike is totally unique. Each region has its own character and special features. Sometimes within a short distance of each other, you can...
Childhood Cancer: Supporting Patients and Families
Childhood Cancer.
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.
There are very few things in this world, especially as a mom, that stir my soul like childhood cancer.
Hearing the St. Jude marathons on the radio is almost...
That Didn’t Make The Highlight Reel…
I know it can be hard to believe, but social media isn't real life. "What?" You might be saying, "No way, not true! Molly's house is always that clean, her kids' outfits are always...
Hiking Scavenger Hunt – Palmer Park
We love to hike! What better way to get out and enjoy Colorado Springs than on one of the many hiking trails around our beautiful city? However, as it turns out, we are still...
You’re Not the Worst Mom Ever
Do you ever feel like no matter what you do, you just aren't good enough? That you don’t measure up or make the cut? I do. Parenting is hard. And in today’s world it always...
Everything is Hard: When The Flame Burns Out
Burning the candle at both ends has taken on new meaning in my life and I'm sure, in the lives of parents all across the county and the world. It's hard. As we draw...
Who’s the Fool? Best and Worst April Fools’ Day Prank
Last week, my kids were talking amongst themselves in the back seat on the way home from school pick up. They were discussing how my husband and I "got them so good" on April...
How To Talk to Your Kids About War
This week, my 5th grade son and I have been studying history together. We're trying to salvage his grade, which he managed to tank during back-to-back Covid quarantines of his class, then his teacher,...