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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Something to Brighten Your Week-Images From COVID19 Adventures

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Two brothers having a great day

As working moms, we wear a lot of hats and keep a lot of balls in the air. Our biggest challenge, after figuring out what to do with all of that damn laundry, is figuring out how to keep our kiddos entertained and smiling. 

Girl enjoying Pittsburgh


COVID19 Complicated Our Ability to Entertain Our Kids


Last year, when the world was shut down because of COVID19, it was even harder to keep them smiling and entertained. Even though we have a large home and a decent sized yard, we often exhausted our options for fun there. When we did, we ventured out into the city for long walks where we would tell stories and enjoy each other. These images capture a few of those walks. 

 
Victorious Young Man

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