When my husband and I started thinking about decor and a theme for our first daughter's nursery/bedroom, we knew we wanted something smart and clever that wasn't too girly. We came up with books and "girl power" quotes. I scoured the interwebs and Pinterest and queried friends for their favorites. There were a LOT to choose from. … Continue reading On living in glitter…
On things that define me…
It's far enough past Halloween that I don't feel (too) guilty for writing about Christmas. Traditionally speaking, I don't let myself listen to Christmas music until the day after Thanksgiving. Every holiday deserves it's own space and, for some reason, waiting until after Thanksgiving makes Christmas seem even more special to me. But this morning, … Continue reading On things that define me…
On knowing when to speak…
I don't believe this. Not for one second. I used to think honesty was the best policy, but then I had some really painful, really honest things happen to me and I just can't get on board with this anymore. There are just some times when honesty isn't going to do anyone any good. Sure, … Continue reading On knowing when to speak…
On all the things I’ve done…
I've done a lot of stupid things in my life. But I've also done some really brave things. My current bravery isn't in jumping out of planes or swimming in oceans...but it reaches just as high and just as deep. #NaBloPoMo
On needing to feel desirable….
Today is November 1 which means it's the first day of #NaBloPoMo, a writing challenge I've attempted several times in the past and am hoping to be more successful at this year. It helps that I'm joined by two women who are both good friends and excellent writers. I encourage you to read their work … Continue reading On needing to feel desirable….
On not having a clue…
I'm gearing up for NaBloPoMo in November (with a friend...hopefully the accountability will help keep me more on track than I have been in the past). So I figured it's a good time to try some random writing based on prompts that I find on the interwebs. I've been struggling to write anything of substance, … Continue reading On not having a clue…
On remembering to shower….
I've been spending a lot of time recently thinking about self care. It's a term that I've only really heard of since becoming a mother, which is silly because everyone needs some amount of personal care at all stages of his or her life. I think it's just that before I was a mother, I … Continue reading On remembering to shower….
On losing steam…
It's been easily a month since I've written. I used to have a goal of writing something once a week. And not just nonsense...I was supposed to be writing something worthwhile. I just don't feel like I have much to say lately. It's incredibly frustrating. I feel stuck. I'm not sure how or why, but … Continue reading On losing steam…
On facing down the future…
I've been thinking a lot about the future lately. Maybe more than I should. I tend to do it a lot. I'm the person that plans so far in advance that I often forget to stop and enjoy what I'm doing right now. It's been a point of contention in various relationships and friendships throughout my … Continue reading On facing down the future…
On not feeling the love…
One of the most frustrating feelings for a writer is wanting to write, but not knowing what to write about. Even more frustrating is what I've been experiencing lately: not caring about what I write about. All the things on which I'd normally have plenty to say - motherhood, politics, religion - it's all just gotten too...much … Continue reading On not feeling the love…
Use. The. Clutch. 