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How To Avoid The Common Money Mistakes Moms Make

How To Avoid The Common Money Mistakes Moms Make

(Isaac with his first piggy bank at 2 weeks old.) In this space I typically talk about my tits and such, but today I want to talk about money since I’m a financial coach in real life. Having been in financial services for the past 16 years, I’ve seen women make easily preventable mistakes with…

Tired Mommy Diagnosis: “Ya Doing Too Much” Syndrome

Tired Mommy Diagnosis: “Ya Doing Too Much” Syndrome

Do you ever have days when you feel like you are going to mentally explode?  Where the to-do list is so daunting you become paralyzed with inaction? You may not be able to place your finger on the exact term to describe it but I have found one: YaDoinTooMuch Syndrome. It disproportionately affects moms because…

Tiny Tot Tuesdays: Fun With Shades

Tiny Tot Tuesdays: Fun With Shades

If I’m ever missing a pair of shades, they are most likely in the possession of this little diva right here! She is literally my mini me and likes all the same accessories I like. Her fall dress is perfect for the changing of the seasons since it has 3/4 length sleeves. It’s Target’s most…

What to Wear Wednesdays: Mad About Saffron

What to Wear Wednesdays: Mad About Saffron

I remember when a Gap commercial came out in the late 90s, set to the tune of Donovan’s Mellow Yellow. It was such a catchy tune but more importantly it featured one of my favorite shades of yellow, Saffron. In today’s look I’m soaked in Saffron!! Since the Chicago weather is looking more like summer than fall,…

Swoon Alert: New Cartoon Focuses On Black Dad Doing His Baby Girl’s Hair
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Swoon Alert: New Cartoon Focuses On Black Dad Doing His Baby Girl’s Hair

        This story first appeared in Forbes and is reprinted with permission of the author. The concept behind a Pixar-style animated short about a 4-year-old named Zuri and her dad, Stephen, is so popular that the internet funded a $284,000 Kickstarter campaign helmed by NFL wide receiver-turned-filmmaker Matthew A. Cherry. In fact, “Hair Love”–the…

Why Being An Aunt Is More Magical Than Being A Mom!

Why Being An Aunt Is More Magical Than Being A Mom!

I’ve been a mom, like forever. I can hardly even remember when I wasn’t a mom. Don’t get me wrong, parenthood is amazing, stressful, glorious, exhausting, joyous, and infuriating all rolled up in one chaotic ball. But did I mention, it’s amazing? And guess what is doubly amazing….becoming an aunt! I had no idea that…

When Your Daughter’s Doll Is An Actual Family Member

When Your Daughter’s Doll Is An Actual Family Member

My daughter takes make-believe to the next level. She has an infant babydoll/family member that is always around. Wherever we go, she goes. Kind of like “my buddy” for those of you old enough to remember.

Diner en Blanc: Moms And The City!
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Diner en Blanc: Moms And The City!

Diner en Blanc. The phenomenon, originating in Paris 29 years ago with 8,000 guests, stretches over 6 continents where people receive an exclusive invitation to flash-gather in a secret place, and perform an extravagant pop-up dining experience…. all white everything. White linen tablecloths, jewels and pearls, beautiful table settings. Tablescapes that will blow your mind…

Tiny Tot Tuesdays: Peplum At The Playground

Tiny Tot Tuesdays: Peplum At The Playground

If my daughter could have her way, she would wear dresses every single day! We took a trip to her new school so she could test out the playground before her big day. The dress doesn’t stop her from being rough and tough! We purchased this cute little peplum dress off the clearance rack for…

What to Wear Wednesdays: Lush!

What to Wear Wednesdays: Lush!

If this look isn’t the definition of lush then I don’t know what is! A local forest preserve provided a beautiful backdrop for this look. The bright bold floral print, on this strapless hips free vintage dress, stood out against the greenery. Even better, the dress has nice deep pockets, making its wear even more effortless….