Rochelle
Bug-Out Bags: Making Travel with Kids a Little Easier
Kids and travel.
Travel and kids.
This is a serious subject in my household.
My grandmother was a travel agent for years and she taught me all of the shortcuts. We LOVE to travel, and with kids...
Embracing this Year’s “I Don’t Know”
“I don’t know.”
These words are powerful.
Do you feel emotion around these words? What does it feel like for you to say these words? To your boss? Your spouse? A client? Your friend? Your children?
What...
Listen Again…
She should be sleeping in her own bed... I know it. But I don't really care. I have been out of pocket for almost a week for one reason or another.I'm tired; I'm emotionally...
Back to School Fashion Infusion
My youngest will be going into kindergarten this fall. This is my baby. And the last one in our household to experience this milestone for the first time. But (and I know I don’t...
July Fourth Reflections from your local Pyrotechnician
Our family takes July Fourth pretty seriously. But we have always done Independence Day a little differently than the average family.
When my husband and I were engaged, he received a call from his family...
Around the World in Colorado Springs: A Foodie Guide
We live in a pretty unique place. Colorado Springs is the hub for a handful of military bases and one of the most beautiful places on earth. That means this city draws people —...
Ladies and Gentleman of the Class of 2020
In my “other life,” I am a student advisor to adult students.
Please allow me to brag for just a moment.
I have been working with this population of students for about eight years now. These...
Community Living: My Family Is Richer for It
As an introvert, the idea of community or multigenerational living was decidedly unappealing.
It’s my home, my space, my solitude. It would mean potentially compromising on everyday life to accommodate someone else.
But, now that I...
Hurry, Hustle & The Price Of Patience
I have a kiddo who hates to be rushed. It absolutely sets her off. I, on the other hand, lack patience.
My constant state of functioning tends to be rushed. I am not very good...
Did You Know about These Things Called Executive Functioning Skills?
Did you know there are these things called Executive Functioning Skills?
And they are kind of a big deal?
I am sure you do; you probably read up on it in a book somewhere when you...