Was my divorce part of some plan? Is this what God wanted for me? Or had I ruined God’s plan? If I was in charge of writing my own life story, I don’t think I would have ever written it this way, but my perspective is limited compared to that of God’s. … More Was My Divorce Part of God’s Plan?
It’s impossible for anyone to give 100% to parenting and 100% to their relationship and 100% to school and 100% to work and 100% to their health, simultaneously, all the time, every day. In fact, that’s a fantastic recipe for burn out! But balance isn’t about control; it’s about adjusting when life throws something new at you. … More Balancing Motherhood with Law School
I realized early on that being a stepmom was going to have a lot more mental gymnastics involved than I ever anticipated. But I never want to miss out on an opportunity to support and love my kids because of a fear of what others might think. The mental load of a stepmom is heavy, but it becomes lighter once you stop trying to cater to everyone around you and prove your worth as a parent. … More The Mental Load of a Stepmom
There is still so much work to be done before I can be a practicing attorney, but the light at the end of the tunnel is so much brighter now than it was in August, and for that, I am beyond thankful. … More Reflections on My First Year of Law School
For us, the day was about more than just Kevin and I getting married; it was about us becoming a family, starting a new chapter in our lives, and committing to working on our marriage and family for forever. … More Our Blended Family Wedding
It’s still hard to believe that it’s been almost five years since I was pregnant. There’s so, so much I wish I had known, and although I can’t go back in time and change anything, hopefully my experiences can at least help other moms-to-be. … More What I Wish I Had Known During My First Pregnancy
In a world that is constantly trying to sell us solutions to problems we didn’t even know existed, and fill our homes with noise and clutter and chaos, I believe one of the best gifts we can give our kids is the gift of quiet, simple play time that allows them to unlock their creativity and use their imagination. … More 5 Easy Screen-Free Activities for Kids
When divorce and parenting become intertwined, there can be lots of strong feelings. If there’s one thing I’ve learned through this process, though, is that I’m extremely grateful to co-parent with someone who is as equally committed to my daughter’s happiness as I am. … More Why We’re Committed to Peaceful Co-Parenting
My first chapter of parenting was very different from one I had ever dreamt up as a kid. Although there were many unique challenges I faced during pregnancy and my first few years of motherhood, there are three that stand out as the hardest. … More The Hardest Parts of Becoming a Mom at 19
When I was pregnant, there was no discussion on what my baby would call me, her dad, or her grandparents beyond, “Grandma wants to be called Mimi instead,” or “Instead of daddy, let’s teach her ‘papi’ in Spanish.” The fundamentals were not at issue: I am the mom, and dad is the dad. But what … More My Thoughts on Stepparenting, Pt. 2
Step by Step Parenting 