“I think I might be nocturnal.” This is the realization I came to during one teenage summer. I was at that magic age where I had no school, no job, and no bedtime. All of the freedom, none of the responsibilities. I found myself finally dozing off to the sound of birds chirping at 7 am, and rolling … [Read more...]
Now That I’m a Parent, I Finally Appreciate My Siblings
I’d like to tell you that my family is crazy, but that’s hardly headline news. Whose family isn’t? But in mine there seems to be more drama than in most. In fact, one day I might write a book about it. As just an example, my grandmother calls us non-stop to talk about the same subject on … [Read more...]
Ryan Gosling’s Golden Globes Speech Is Proof That Working Moms Can’t Have It All
Meryl Streep was the biggest winner at last night's Golden Globe Awards last night—and we're not talking about the Cecil B. DeMille trophy she collected for her contribution to the world of entertainment. The press has been awash with reports of her moving acceptance speech and her powerful words … [Read more...]
From Single To Stepmom: Fighting The Wicked Stereotype
Four years ago, I accidentally fell in love with a single dad with three kids. I say accidentally because marrying a man with kids was definitely not in my five-year plan. Having divorced parents myself, I know first-hand how complicated co-parenting and blending families can be. It was not … [Read more...]
Tim Hortons Allegedly Refuses To Hire Woman…Because She’s A MOM
A mother from Montreal is fighting back against coffee giant Tim Hortons after they allegedly refused to hire her after they found out she had children. According to Global News, the incident happened back in August 2012 when Jennifer Byrnes applied for night shifts at a Tim Hortons in Parc … [Read more...]
Eleven
Today my baby boy turns eleven. Eleven years ago today we met the boy who would forever change Sean and I, and teach us things about ourselves and the world that we otherwise would never have known. There was something a little bit magic about this kid from very early on... His smile is … [Read more...]
And So They Grow.
My kids are 9 1/2 and 13. It suddenly struck me the other day that neither of them qualify as "little" anymore. They are "big kids" now. I am now, solidly, the mother of a tween and a teen. My son is headed off to High School next year (gulp). Crazy. I have definitely entered a new phase of … [Read more...]
It’s My Life.
You may hate me. I am surprised but I really don't care if you do. I used to. A lot. Which is part of the reason my life was hell. I was trying so hard to get everyone's approval. But I'm not anymore and it is so damn liberating.I have done a ton of therapy and continue to reveal and examine parts … [Read more...]
This Year.
For a year I poured my heart and soul out here at Dirty Little Secrets on UrbanMoms. This past year was one of reflection, honesty, and fantasy. Of heartache, shame, and recovery. It was scandalous and it was tragic. It was the story of my life as I saw it. And maybe, sometimes, as I wanted it to … [Read more...]
When One Thing Leads to Another
I meet a lot of incredible people both virtually and in real life through UrbanMoms. Sometimes these meetings turn into friendships or clients or other opportunities. I love when this happens. What I love more than anything is when one of these "meetings" becomes an opportunity for inspiration and … [Read more...]