One Secret to a Working Mom Success: Celebrate the Seasons With Traditions

Greetings from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania ! Things have been busy. I am still a working mom of three, working full time who is trying to make a difference. I do a lot of things and try to be present so that I can learn from them. I share them on this blog so that we can learn together. Below are some thoughts, hacks, and/or lessons that I have learned from navigating my world. "Family traditions counter alienation and confusion. They help us define who we are; they provide something steady, reliable and safe in a confusing world."— Susan Lieberman   Traditions have a way of defining a family, provide stability and give hope. They are especially important for woking moms who spend so much time working to provide for their family that they may miss some of the "traditional" mom things like bake sales, volunteering at the book fair, and a host of actual and seemingly made up holidays.  They are also important for families trying to reinvent themselves in the wake of d...

More Memories from Mexico!



OK, there are a couple of things that I must say about the trip of all trips to Mexico. First, I went to Los Cabos, which is fighting with San Diego California to be the most beautiful place on earth. Second, I met my new friends Hunter and Amy from Texas at my resort (the Hilton Golf Resort--FABULOUS!). Hunter and Amy were incredible and gave this solo traveler true Southern hospitality. They were gracious without being pushy, inquisitive without being nosey, and protective without being overbearing. They were fantastic and helped make my trip.

This photo will show all of the naysayers how much fun we had. It will also show that if you're open to it, you can find friends anywhere.


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Anonymous said…
Girl- You are living it up! I can hardly believe that you are vacationing by yourself...impressive.
Still love ya-
Tasha