One Secret to a Working Mom Success: Make Family Events More Enjoyable With Friends

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Better Together: Why Inviting Another Family Makes Activities More Fun #FamilyFun Sometimes family activities can feel like another item on the to-do list. However, doing those activities with another family makes them more fun! Whether it’s a trip to an amusement park , a visit to the local pool , or trip to a pumpkin patch , including another family can multiply the fun in amazing ways. One of my favorite moms to collaborate with is my friend, Ayana Ledford who's pictured above with her daughter Sahar. We have done all of the things listed as seemingly random examples above and here is how including her and her daughter (and sometimes her son too) has made the events more fun. On the date above, Ayana almost left the venue because parking was a nightmare. That said, she hung in there and we would up having a great time!
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The Secret to Balance, A Peaceful Home

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When I walk into my house after a long day I exhale. Even before I take my evening shower my troubles seem to wash off of me. Crossing the threshold makes me feel like I am instantly safe. It may be the candles that fill my first floor with sensual smells even when they’re not lit. It may be the earth tone colors of rust, mustard, and burnt orange that give it the illusion of a sunset. It may the textures of wood and wicker that give it a natural feel. It may be any of those things or perhaps the combination creates an aura of safety.

There is something about it though. Because the moment the door is closed I take off my shoes, begin discarding unwanted clothes, and feel myself relax. When I enter my home, I am living on my own terms. There are no external deadlines, demands, or disagreements. There is no unnecessary noise. And there is no stress.

When I was younger, I devalued the importance of serenity and balance in my home. However, I think that once we reach a certain level of maturity we begin to crave, and appreciate, the simple things. 

Finding a new candle with and amazing scent to accent a room in my home feels like hitting the lottery.  Realizing that my living room can be transformed from nice to sexy by switching from a 100 watt bulb to a 40 watt bulb gives me enormous satisfaction.  And, even though I don't clean as consistently as I should, I feel cleaning a room, getting a stain out of a shirt, and making my chrome sparkle makes me feel like I've really accomplished something.

Sitting on my couch and writing in this blog is pure heaven.  I also love cooking a nice meal while listening to soothing music and enjoying a nice bottle of wine.  And, I cherish sharing my home with those that I love.  Nothing is more relaxing than that!   


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