“Dads play such a formative role in our lives. Sometimes this can be immensely positive, but for so many, their relationship with their father has become devastatingly destructive.”Luke Gibbons I’m almost 35 and I still vividly remember anxiously waiting by my grandmother’s bay window in hopes to see my dad show up to visit. Those hot summers in Long Island, NY stung a bit more when he wasn’t able to make it. Which if I’m honest was the normal. I don’t remember when I stopp[...]
I’m completely convinced that you need a solid group of friends that help you maintain your sanity. Motherhood can be lonely, but it's the tried and true friendships that make it sweet. We all speak of having a village, especially as a mom. However, we don't talk about the true challenges that come along with it. Motherhood has a way of pruning friendships, even when you think they'll last. Friendships forged in motherhood can be strong and deep. You will go through some of life’s m[...]
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links and is a sponsored collaboration. All opinions are my own. Anyone else able to decipher what their kids say? It truly is a super power that every parent has. Especially during the language devleopment phase where words and phonics group themselves together. Knowing when to seek resources such as speech therapy can be overwhelming, but necessary. As much as the language develop phase of my own children's lives makes me laugh, it can be wor[...]