Milspouse Problems: Cooking for One
So there I was, alone on the couch for the second Friday in a row watching the Bachelorette and eating pancakes and ice cream for dinner. Yup, this was a record low during a recent long-term separation from my spouse. A delicious treat indeed, but a meal I would have...
3 Yoga Poses for Better Sleep
Ah sleep. When we get enough of it, it can help us maintain a healthy weight, lower stress and anxiety, and even boost creativity and athletic performance. I think we’d all like to get in on those benefits! Unfortunately, there’s a vicious cycle. Stress, anxiety,...
A few of our favorite things: August
Michele: Aubrey Organics| Utility Bag | Epson Salt Bath Kimberly: Hot Yoga | Mason Jars | Walnut Taco Filling Leslie: Sardines | Belle Chèvre Goat Cheese Emira:Dallas Mania | Mint Nail Polish | Teraswhey Whey Protein Meg:Cards Against Humanity | Phase 10 |...
They Call Them Military Brats
My daughter just started her senior year of high school. She is a track star, known for exceptional soccer skills and her nutty sense of humor. She has a calm strength about her that is effortlessly beautiful from the inside out. And, as an honor roll student, she has...
Tips for Transitioning Into Your Fall 2014 Wardrobe
If you’re anything like me, the end of August always feels a little bittersweet. We start sleeping with the windows open and slowly start abandoning our summer wardrobe. In fact, a small tear might be shed when the thought of putting on real shoes slowly becomes a...
Children and Nature: Outdoor Activities for Kids and Families
In my last blog post, Children and Nature: Raising a Nature Conscious Child, I referenced “nature deficit disorder,” a term coined by Richard Louv in his book, Last Child in the Woods. The concept helps us understand how nature affects our children’s physical,...