balancing work and family · time management

New Routines

I thought balancing work and family was tough. It’s always been a constant struggle. I usually feel guilty being away from family and guilty being away from work. Gosh, guilt sets in when I go to the dentist to get a cleaning on my lunch hour and I get back to the office 15 minutes… Continue reading New Routines

kids · motherhood

The Seasons

I am always saddened at the end of summer. Goodbye to the beach, the pool, the smell of Coppertone Waterbabies sun-block. One of my all-time favorite smells in the world. I am going to miss putting the kids in the car without coats, boots, hats and mittens. I will miss the open windows during a hot… Continue reading The Seasons

balancing work and family · parenting

Constant Struggle: Work and Family

Every working parent faces the struggle of balancing work and family. The demands of work, which you need to do to support your family financially, and the demands of your family’s emotional and physical needs. If anyone knows the secret to this, please share. My first-born will be starting kindergarten in a few short weeks and… Continue reading Constant Struggle: Work and Family