A few weeks ago, my husband and I took our kids to Land’s End for a family hike. Despite being foggy (shocker), it was gorgeous and we all had so much fun exploring a really cool maze and a...
"And what do you say?" I asked my four-year-old with the tone that tells her she knows the answer. "I don't want to say 'Please!' Can't I just have it?" She was exasperated, not whiny. Vulnerable, not defiant.  Without another word,...
Marching into Women's History Month, this is a time to honor the indomitable spirit, achievements, and contributions of women throughout history and in modern society. It's also a time to empower the next generation, including young girls, to recognize...
Most women I know feel that the split of managing household tasks is. . . unbalanced between their partners and themselves. A recent article in The Washington Post backs up that feeling with these statistics: “Employed women partnered with...
I’ve never gone in for Valentine’s Day. The over-priced dinners, wilted roses, and bad chocolates just don’t scream intimate respect, honest discourse, and deep appreciation to me. Neither do diamonds or itchy lingerie. I guess I’m too practical –...
As a Mental Health professional in the Bay Area, I see children and teens with a wide array of issues, however one disturbing trend is how malicious kids are to each other. Every week, I meet with school age...
The Problem Our teachers and school staff are faced with the impossible; educating students during a pandemic. More than ever, we need to show appreciation for educators and let them know we support them. And because parents aren't allowed on...
Getting gifts for your family friends can be quite stressful - especially if you have been trying to get individual gifts for each family member. How about getting presents that are suitable for the entire family? Or...
No one’s ever ready for what parent life brings no matter how much we prepare.  Bringing humans into this world is serious business, but along that serious journey, we can also expect for some humor. In honor of Father’s...
We set limits on our kids’ video game time, so shouldn’t we do the same for ourselves? My spouse, in particular, cannot get enough game time. I get that everyone needs an outlet, and I let him unwind just...

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