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Things I No Longer Give A F**k About At 40

December 5, 2018 by Heather Jones 13 Comments

It’s coming, like it or not. It’s looming right around the corner. The next decade. Officially middle-aged. The big 4-0. Wasn’t I just 20? How did we get here so damn fast? I don’t even feel like an adult yet. Some of my friends are having grandchildren, what the hell is that about? I swear I just … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Life, Relationships, Self Tagged With: 40th birthday, milestone birthdays, turning 40

Don’t Be The Mom That’s Never In The Photos

September 14, 2017 by Scarlett Ballantyne 1 Comment

Over the past several years, I have tried to book a family photo shoot at least once, sometimes twice a year. Getting my family coordinated, on a day when there are no other activities, and when everyone is cheerful and the weather is cooperating, can be a challenge. Despite my intentions, sometimes … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Life, Self Tagged With: family, family photos, family photos parenting, family portrait, mom, motherhood, photographs, photoshoot, studio

Don’t Feel Guilty Over A Little Self Care

September 1, 2017 by Erin Silver Leave a Comment

I often feel guilty that I don't have a full-time office job. I should be productive, busy, earn a better living, have colleagues, deadlines, pressures, and have a "normal" day like so many other single moms. At least, that's what I tell myself as I look over the job postings in my field. But I … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Relationships, Self Tagged With: being a mom, being a single parent, divorced, self love, single parent, taking care of yourself

My Kids’ Brutal Honesty Is Killing My Self-Esteem

July 26, 2017 by Heather Jones 2 Comments

“Your hair is turning really grey, that means you’re getting old.” Awesome. Thanks for that keen observation, son. Can I get some ice for that burn? I have come to the conclusion that kids either don’t have a concept of self-esteem or really don’t give a shit about your feelings. I taught … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Self Tagged With: body image, brutal honesty, childhood innocence, self esteem

Moms, Just Wear The Damn Bikini Already

June 8, 2017 by Alexandria Durrell 4 Comments

It’s spring, and to marketers, that means it’s time to ramp up the destruction of women’s self-esteem once more. As we shed our puffy coats, we’re bombarded with images of short-shorts and bikinis, followed closely by 14 Day Fixes, spring cleanses and a thousand different ways to get our bodies … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Relationships, Self Tagged With: bikini ready body, how to get a bikini ready body, love yourself, love yourself in a bikini, mom bod, self love, Stretch Marks, wear a bikini

How I Turned My Life Around With A Paintbrush

April 10, 2017 by Amanda Wood Leave a Comment

When you’re young, it’s all about coloring, gluing, splashing paint across the canvas in all directions, learning how to write and read with the help of fantastical bedtime stories and singing with all your heart. But somewhere along the way, we stop being encouraged to create and express ourselves … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Relationships, Self Tagged With: art classes, being creative, creative expression, growing, joining an art class, learning, making art, self-care

I Am Erin, Hear Me Paddle Board!

June 5, 2015 by Erin Silver Leave a Comment

Sometimes I like to stare fear right in the face. I like to try new things; things I’m scared of, just to say I did it. Just to show my kids that I am their mother and I can do it all! That’s what I did recently on an amazing outdoor adventure trip to Squamish, BC. The folks at Chevrolet Canada … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Relationships, Self, Separation & Divorce Tagged With: BC, british colombia, chevy colorado, chvrolet canada, paddle boarding, squamish, stawamus chief, vacation after divorce, vacation without kids

Today Is A Gift

April 29, 2015 by Sara 3 Comments

Today I am 46. For months this number has bothered me. Closer to 50 than 40. Old. Middle-aged. How fortunate I would be if 46  is middle-aged. How lucky I am to be another day older. These are my thoughts this morning. Yesterday, a wonderful family that I know was robbed of their husband and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Loss, Relationships, Self Tagged With: death, dying, loss, perspective

When The World Puts You Down, Get Back Up

April 24, 2015 by Erin Silver 2 Comments

In addition to writing and blogging, I’ve also been teaching writing to postgraduate students at a local college. Apparently it’s not my calling. My students didn’t like my slide shows. They didn’t like how I taught or what I taught. Some claimed I taught them nothing. Apparently I'm awful and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Relationships, Self, Separation & Divorce

Are You Eating For Your Divorce?

April 6, 2015 by Erin Silver Leave a Comment

Foods play a crucial role in our moods. If you’re already going through a separation or divorce, you’re probably on an emotional roller-coaster. But did you know that you can eat for divorce? Plant-based eating expert and holistic nutritionist, Marni Wasserman, gave me some advice for mood-boosting … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Health & Fitness, Mental Health, Relationships, Self, Separation & Divorce Tagged With: eating healthy, healthy foods, mood boosting foods, mood bosters

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