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Goats in Coats

2/2 goats look cuter in sweaters. Almost makes up for their obnoxiousness. Almost.

Inclusivity can’t be scheduled. My family isn’t your child’s diversity lesson.

Believe it or not, this isn’t even the first time something like this has happened. And trust me, I know that the request comes from a good place in the heart. But I need you to hear me, you are doing more damage than good. And it may be hard to see from a positionContinue reading “Inclusivity can’t be scheduled. My family isn’t your child’s diversity lesson.”

What Did You Hear That Influenced Your Bias?

“Black people are a different species…” & Other Things I Heard as a Child I’m still in the process and on a journey of exploring my beliefs regarding privilege, bias, race and inequality in our country. I’ve been thinking a lot recently about how I want to raise my children differently than what I heardContinue reading “What Did You Hear That Influenced Your Bias?”

Hurricanes, Breastfeeding & The Village

Who knew that one could get such amazing tips and support for natural disaster preparedness at a breastfeeding support group? I almost didn’t go to the La Leche Meeting today- but so glad I did. The meeting was everything I needed today. Some great tips for storm preparation for the breastfeeding family- like what aContinue reading “Hurricanes, Breastfeeding & The Village”

But What Did You Do Right?

If I had to pinpoint when it started- it would be last Thursday. I took EJ to dance. She was excited to go at first. And we tried a new dance class- a tap and tumble class. She seemed off…and suddenly stopped participating. I assumed it was because it was a new class with aContinue reading “But What Did You Do Right?”

Your Deadbeat Father Isn’t a Sperm Donor

Dear Straight People, Look. I know you mean well. I know that this phrase isn’t frequently said maliciously towards us. You probably didn’t even realize how/why it would be offensive. So I’m just going to give you my rationale. Put yourself in our shoes- actually, more like our kid’s. Please stop calling dead beat fathersContinue reading “Your Deadbeat Father Isn’t a Sperm Donor”

Nursing @ The Splash Pad

I totes have no problem nursing whenever wherever. It’s so much easier with #2 than when I was a first time mom. No one has ever come up to me and said anything. I’ve gotten a few looks but I just stare back at them and they usually go away or look away. Today- IContinue reading “Nursing @ The Splash Pad”

The Definition of a Working Mom

What’s the definition of a working mom? Is it black and white? When I went back to work after EJ- I was for sure a working mom. I worked out of the home, in a nice office with windows. Traveled. Pumped at my desk. Left her at daycare. I got irritated when people wouldContinue reading “The Definition of a Working Mom”

Yes, I Overshare on Social Media- and here’s why:

Look- my kid is potty training! My baby is getting so big! I’m going on a date with my wife! My dog is so cute! Yeah- I post all that. No, its not because I’m self absorbed. If I’m being honest- its actually quite purposeful. For many of the people in my “momma village”- I’mContinue reading “Yes, I Overshare on Social Media- and here’s why:”