by Stephanie | Jan 20, 2014 | motherhood
I turned 35 last summer. I kept waiting to have this huge emotional response to this monumental birthday, but so far– nothin’. It was somewhat anti-climactic. I was certain I would have this moment, day, or week, of deep existential inspiration or anguish,...
by Stephanie | Sep 26, 2013 | motherhood
I have been thinking a lot about courage in preparation for this week’s Finish the Sentence Friday, in which we are to share the bravest thing we’ve ever done. I don’t consider “courage” to be one of my defining attributes- I’m kind...
by Stephanie | Aug 26, 2013 | family life, funny
For the first 34 years of my life, I prided myself on being cavity-free. Just before I turned 35, I got my very first cavity. I was pissed. And terrified. No matter how many allergy shots I had as a kid, how many IVs I have been given for surgical procedures,...
by Stephanie | Jul 25, 2013 | motherhood
I am beyond excited to share that I am on Scary Mommy today! She is one of my idols in the blogging and writing world, and I am thrilled that I am able to contribute a post to her fantastic website! My post is titled, 5 Signs That You May Or May Not Be Pregnant. Back...
by Stephanie | May 7, 2013 | motherhood
Let’s assume, for the sake of clarity, that the term “baby weight” still applies when one’s baby is 12 months or older, m’kay? Since the birth of my second child, (over a year ago) I have not been in a giant hurry to regain my pre-baby figure. Sure, I’d love to fit...
