By nature, we women need to surround ourselves with a supportive village of other women. It’s a survival mechanism that is practically written into our DNA from those hunting and gathering cave-dwelling days. In today’s society, we have the advantage of many choices when it comes to the different social groups we can join––both online and […]
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While in college, I worked as a waitress, now referred to in more politically correct terms as a server. This was probably one of the most physically demanding and difficult jobs I have ever had, but also one of the best learning experiences. One of the restaurants I worked at was a chain restaurant that
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Got end of the school year blues? As the school year comes to a close, I can’t help but feel nostalgic––more so than when my kids begin a new school year. I know as parents we often ask ourselves questions like: “Where did the time go?” “Why does each year seem to be going
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Welcome to the Confidently Connected Inspiring Mom Blog Series, which features a mom each month who is inspiring connection among mothers in her community. This Sunday marks the 100th anniversary of Mother’s Day. I think this is the perfect week to introduce you to Mandy Fields Yokim, a talented writer, editor and mother from Pittsburgh, Penn. Mandy’s
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Happy May Day! Many countries around the world celebrate May 1 as the beginning of spring, leaving May Day baskets hanging on their neighbors’ doors. Are you looking for ways to welcome spring and the coming summer months? Check out a few of my articles for ideas on getting out of the house with friends,
Ever been faced with a pending conversation that creates a sickening feeling in the pit of your stomach accompanied by a sense of doom? There’s nothing like the feeling of wanting to pull the blankets over your head and wish the problem away, especially when you know that it is unlikely you’ll come away from the
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When my son was a baby, I joined a mother’s group. I enjoyed being part of the group, but one thing always bothered me. Some of the mothers seemed to be exceptionally focused on how much their babies weighed. The bigger the child’s size and weight, the more bragging rights that mother had. I would
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Welcome back to my “Inspiring Moms” monthly blog series, featuring moms who are inspiring connection in their communities! In this second installment, I would like to introduce you to Lara Krupicka, who has integrated connection with other moms as practically a way of life from her home in the suburbs of Chicago. You may have
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I noticed tiny green shoots testing the air in our front garden this week. When I head outside in the mornings with my dogs, the silence of winter has dissipated. In its place, birds flirt, strut, chortle and call. There is a hum and an energy in the air that I have’t felt in awhile,
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Beginning this month, I’m starting a new monthly blog series featuring moms who are inspiring connection in their communities. Kicking the series off, I’d like to introduce you to Kristal Ronnebaum. I met Kristal recently when she invited me to take part in her upcoming second annual Honey Dews Baby Expo, a community shopping event
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