Why I Want My Daughter To Be More Princess Leia, Less Moana
A small crack etched itself onto my heart when I heard that another touchstone from childhood, Carrie Fisher, had died. In her portrayal of Princess Leia, Fisher embodied strength, humor, an indepe...
What the Mothers of Standing Rock Taught Me About Protest and Prayer
With one eye brown and the other green, Kayla could’ve been a character from a story I wrote in childhood. Her way of life certainly echoed that of my imagined heroines: she, along with her husband...
How to Tell Your Kids You're Getting a Divorce
There is no good time to tell your child that what they know of their family life will be changing forever. But there are ways to make it easier.
We all need magic in our life. And if wearing or holding onto something makes us feel we can transform into whomever we want to be, that's ok.
Stop Hitting Her: The Things I Did and Didn't Do as a Witness to Domestic Violence
It’s not enough to pull over and be a bystander to a cycle of violence that will continue unchecked. We have to do more.
That Weird Piece of Advice My Mom Gave Me Taught Me Everything
It doesn't always take a lecture to instill important lessons in our kids.
12 Books to Inspire a Lifelong Love of Cooking
From fine motor skills, to following directions, kids can learn a lot from cooking. Get your kids inspired to master the kitchen with these books.
5 Sweet, Simple Truths About Life Inspired by Toddlers
Innocent, sweet, and full of brutal honesty, toddlers inherently know how to live their best life. We adults could stand to learn a few things.
7 Things You Can Do To Help A Bereaved Mother In Her Second Year Of Grief (And Beyond)
The first few weeks after losing a child, the outpouring of love and support is enormous. But as other's lives go back to normal, it's easy to feel forgotten.
4 Traits I Learned From My Spirited Child
A stubborn and strong-willed child may challenge you in many ways. But there is much to learn from their spirited nature.
Why I Clean My Teens' Rooms (And You Should Consider It, Too!)
At a time when their brains and bodies are in overdrive, I don't mind taking on the small job of keeping my teen's room clean.
How Yoga Helped Me Remodel My Daughter’s Bedroom
I have yoga to thank for a peaceful bedroom remodel that could have easily ended in tears for both myself and its teenage inhabitant.
8 Brilliant Businesses Created by Moms Who Feel Your Pain
Sometimes inconvenience is the mother of invention.
8 Simple Ways to Make Someone's Day
Thoughtfulness doesn't always come naturally. But with these simple ways to make someone's day, it just may become a habit.
I Wrote One of The World’s First (and Worst) Viral Posts
I started my freshman year of college in 1997, when social media was not even a glimmer in Mark Zuckerberg’s eye. Many of us set up our first e-mail address at freshman orientation, and our inboxes...
To the Drunk Driver Who Killed My Sister-in-Law
I’m afraid I cannot start this letter off with the standard hello, politely followed by a question asking in regard to your well-being. We both know the answer to that unstated inquiry, as you are ...
When the world seems fraught with intolerance, death, and darkness, it's easy to reflect back the same. But choosing to face the day with love is possible.
Finding Joy in the Face of Cancer
You'll step up to the parental plate and do something you don't enjoy because your kids need you in a whole new way. And there will be joy in the face of sadness.
Dance, Medicine, Love, and War: An Immigrant Story for Thanksgiving
There’s no better novel than life. I’ve always thought my parents’ immigrant story could make a great romantic novel.
Everything You Need to Host the Chillest Thanksgiving Ever
If you're hosting the big day this year and want to find your Thanksgiving zen, set the tone beforehand.
Marriage is Hard Work, But Here's 12 Reasons Why It's Worth It
If you’re struggling in your relationship right now, here are 12 reminders of what makes marriage pretty awesome (and worth the hard work).
Just in Case There's Any Doubt, I'm Proud of You
I'm 23 years old. I'm a wife and mother to three. I'm supposed to have my life figured out and under control – but I don't. My husband and I had yet another conversation this evening about making ...
4 Global Thanksgiving Traditions and How to Bring Them To Your Table
All of these traditions share a common goal: to make ourselves aware of our blessings and to give thanks for each one.
I became a mother through adoption. Everyday, I am grateful for the selflessness of two women I'll never really know.