A couple of weeks ago right before we rang in the new year, my dining room table was covered in markers, crayons and magazines, and the air was swirling with new dreams, goals and ambitions. My kids, husband and I were creating vision boards for 2016. We spent an hour or so pondering, laughing, and wishing big. (Some markers were fought over too – we’re still working on patience and sharing in my house.) As we went around the table sharing our desires for 2016, I notice

Helloooo and happy new year! I hope you enjoyed the last couple of weeks. I know I did. Hectic schedules and carpool were replaced with late family breakfasts, games, catching up with family and friends and lots of cozy pajama wearing. It was a much-needed break, but I’m pretty sure I heard a collective sigh from all the mamas in the ‘hood as the school bell rang starting a new semester of learning. (Did you hear it, too?) It’s good to be back in a routine. And with a new

Today's post comes by way of a reader. How do you overcome envy, especially when it pertains to time that's passed and things you can't change? Oh, envy, that lousy feeling that can make us feel inadequate. I remember in middle school when a couple of girls in my class had Dooney & Burke purses. I would have given anything for a Dooney & Burke purse. I imagined the color I would pick out, the smell of the leather, how it would coordinate with all of my outfits and how