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

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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...
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Wednesday Words of Wisdom: Working Moms Live Life in the Fast Lane!

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"Being a working mom is not easy. You have to be willing to screw up at every level." Jami Gertz 

Jami Gertz was a popular actor in the 80's and 90's. I don't know if she is recognized as being a great scholar. However, this quote is spot on.  You'll never succeed if you're not willing to take a chance.  Being a working mom is an exercise in humility.  You have so many balls in the air that you can't help, but be afraid that you might drop one.  And once you think that you have mastered the juggling act, something else comes up!

Working Moms Rise the Occasion


I was talking to a mom today who was offered a promotion when her second child was only four weeks old.  What did she do? She took it.  Why? She wanted it.  That was four months ago. And while she is still trying to figure out how to make it all work, she's happy that she did. 

I was offered the opportunity to become an adjunct professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Law while I was on maternity leave.  My mind raced. I was scared. I hadn't returned to work yet. I wondered how I could take on one more responsibility.  What did I do?  I took the position.  Why? I have always wanted to teach at a law school and it's usually hard to get a gig.  In this case, I was at home cooing with my baby and trying to master breast feeding and someone called and offered me a job.  I bet that will never happen again in my life.

Can Women Have it All?

My point isn't that I'm a super mom or that the other mom has an "S" on her chest under her blouse.  My point is, opportunities are offered to working moms. And sometimes we need to say "yes" in order to understand what we're capable of. We may just impress ourselves.  That being said, you may question my sanity after you watch the video below and hear about what I have been up to...



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    Unknown said…
    Love that quote! So spot on. Good for you for making a hard decision, but one that you're happy with. :)
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