A Working Mom's Secret to Success on Valentine's Day: Manage Expectations...

Lady celebrating Valentine's Day at Eddie V's "To love oneself is the beginning of a lifelong romance." - Oscar Wilde  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. The roots of Valentine’s Day roots go back to St. Valentine, a priest in the early Christian Church known for his compassion and commitment to love. He was a defender of faith, hope, and kindness, reminding us that love is not just a feeling—it’s an action. And, this year I have learned that being free on Valentine's Day is better than living a lie. Valentine's Day, like Christmas, comes every year. However, unlike Christmas, Valentine's Day is about romantic love an...

The sun is out, it's time to smile!!!


It's amazing what a little sunshine can do. Those of us who live in Pittsburgh are starved for it most of the time. However, today, our old friend decided to grant us a visit and smiled upon us.

A beautiful day means a lot, especially now when so many people in the world have recently lost their lives to natural disasters.

Tomorrow is not promised. So, when the sun decides to shine brightly, I have to say "Thank you God for allowing me to experience this beautiful day that you created for me."

Off to enjoy the sunshine!!!

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