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 Reflections: I now embrace the Ides of March!

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Me and my son
Two years ago, on March 15th, I gave birth for the second time. The delivery was quick. The baby came out crying. And he has been ready to rule the world ever since.

I immediately fell in love.

Like many moms for the second time, I previously questioned whether my heart had the capacity hold any additional love because my heart was full from my first baby. Little did I know, the heart has an infinite ability to expand.  And mine did.

Our son was the answer that we had all been looking for, but didn't know it. He has caused us all to become better versions of ourselves.

At the Pittsburgh Children's Museum

So, for me, the ides of March have become a time of celebration. I will always be grateful for March 15, 2014 and I look forward to seeing what the future holds for all of us!



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