Normally, I'm pretty happy this time of year. But, the chaos of the holidays got to me a bit more this time around than in years past. I've definitely been more stressed, frustrated, and disappointed than normal. Even my little three-year-old looked at me with curious, innocent eyes and asked in her sweet tiny voice, "Why do you keep sighing, mama?" Zing! That was a reality … [Read more...]

Every new day brings a new dawn. And with it come limitless possibilities. Yet, all too often we get in our own way or lack the focus and determination to seize those opportunities. I certainly am guilty of this and have no-one to blame but myself. This year I'm hoping to feel more content and relaxed at the end of every day. Happiness is progress after all. I got way too … [Read more...]

We've officially crossed over into 2021 and I think we're all happy to say, “Out with the old and in with the new!”  I don’t know about you, but 2020 sure wiped me out. I’m a bit fried both physically and mentally. Thank goodness I have the most amazing family to keep me going! Most nights last year I woke up at least twice to nurse and soothe my baby girl. Sleep … [Read more...]

It's pretty surreal that we are still in the midst of a global pandemic. I clearly remember thinking back in March of this year that things would be back to normal by June. Nope. Although things aren't back to normal, we've come a long way. And we've done our best to adjust to a new normal. Even though there's a lot of gloom in the media, I believe things are getting … [Read more...]

December has arrived and New Year's will be here before we know it! With the crazy bustle of the holidays upon us all, it's easy to lose track of all the goals we set back in January and many other important tasks. Before you get lost in the bustle, make sure you don't forget to tackle these 10 important year end to dos. 1. Submit all open enrollment documents In case your HR … [Read more...]