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Greetings from Chaton's World in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania! My days often start with laundry, early-morning emails, and making my kids a hot breakfast. They often end with late-night homework checks, making Instagram reels, and appearing on Celebrity Court of Public Opinion. Somewhere in between, I’m navigating boardrooms, working towards deadlines, and immersed in the good, bad, and ugly chaos of motherhood and household management. As a working mom of three and a professional carving out space in corporate environments, I share my journey of balancing leadership with loving my family, and I sprinkle it with self-care tips. Here, you’ll find honest reflections, hard-earned lessons, and practical strategies for creating an authentic life that you enjoy. If you’re trying to do it all without losing yourself in the process, you have found your sister in the struggle!  Continue reading to discover some thoughts, hacks, and/or lessons that I have learned from navigating my world.
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The other end of the line...

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This weekend reminded me that life is exciting because you never know what’s going to happen.

I received two unexpected phone calls this weekend. I answered both. One was negative, one was positive, but each taught me something.

Let’s get the bad one over with…

I received a phone call on Sunday morning that caused me to wake up to controversy. I could have chosen not to answer the phone. That would have been the wisest choice based on past history. However, I am an eternal optimist and I took a chance. Sometimes that pays off and sometimes it doesn’t. Let’s just say that it didn’t pay off this time.

I answered the phone and received criticism, ridicule, and insult. What a way to start the day?! In the past, I would have allowed the call to derail my entire day. Fortunately, I have grown and the day wound up being just splendid. I even ended it with a most enjoyable call with a friend that I haven’t spoken to in a while.

I received a good call as well…

On Saturday, I received a surprise phone call from a friend. It was as if I had thought him up. He came over for a visit, which brightened my day.

I answered the door and received compliments, charm, and engaged in interesting conversation. Unlike the phone call, it was a welcome interruption into my day. In the past, I would have ruined the moment by trying to read too much into it. However, I have grown; and I was able to appreciate the visit for what it was—a wonderful treat.

Upon reflection, life is about balance. The good will come. The bad will come. And we have to figure out how to appreciate both. I was also reminded that I pay for Caller ID for a reason. I may not be able to avoid all negativity, but I can avoid that negative morning caller!

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