Sometimes depression is like a minor headache; the kind you don't need to lie down for, but it hovers over your day, irritating you and dampening things. I've felt the prick of depression recently, pushing at the corners of my mind and adding an unexpected film of gloom. It's not … [Read more...]
Dear Lawn Guy: My Lawn Mowing Play List
Dear Lawn Guy who pulled over to hand his business card out the window while I was mowing the lawn, First off, it's seems like bad etiquette to pull over and interrupt a woman while she is in her groove, mowing the lawn, listening to her book. You rolled down your window to to … [Read more...]
Support Small Business: Give Customer Service a Chance
Did you know that a warranty question about your LilleBABY carrier will often be answered directly by the Customer Service Coordinator, Keely? If you have a question, concern, or problem, give customer service a chance and support a small business. If you call the customer … [Read more...]
How to Stop Saying I’m Sorry
Women are sorry. Sorry our house is dirty. Sorry we're not wearing makeup. Sorry that we are. Sorry for asking questions. For being off-topic. For inserting an opinion. Sorry-i-tus is so prevalent, it sometimes feels like we're apologizing for simply existing. We need to stop … [Read more...]
Meeting Me in a Cup of Tea
Everything slows down when it's time to make tea. The process of filling the tea kettle with water and waiting for it to boil is a sure and steady one. While the water boils, I set out my favorite cup and select a tea to suit the moment. This could be calming, invigorating, … [Read more...]
