1- The school is holding some big parents’ meeting today and I’m going to miss it due to a required work meeting. Though it just occurred to me that Josh might be able to go. Apparently there will be some big announcement. I’m hoping…

Another amazing set of comments/thoughts/insights/reflections on yesterday’s post – thank you! I am sure there will be more thoughts on that topic to come. Today I have a different question, brought on by a tip Kelsey gave on the most recent Edit Your Life…

I sort of feel like a hypocrite. I enjoy the podcast Maintenance Phase and love that discussions about body acceptance and diet culture are having a moment. I HATE how much time and energy pursuing culturally-determined physical ideals takes away from women. I also…

Yesterday was going swimmingly until I received a work-related email that was deflating, to say the least. I can’t really go into detail (and I know vague-blogging is HIGHLY annoying, and for that I am sorry!) but just trying to move on and act…

Today’s episode is a bit different – it was all inspired by listener Halston (perfect fashion name!), who posed the following set of questions: What about an episode of how to plan regarding your wardrobe. Possible topic ideas: -How to plan purchasing pieces -How to…

I am really looking forward to this month. I have to be careful, because I can become quickly overhyped + let down by May — not only is it usually filled with end-of-year activities, but it contains Mother’s Day, my birthday, and our wedding…

1- Reading rut attack: Yes, I think going for total candy books right now may be the solution! Just put the one below on my library holds list: I think I also need some kind of neck/head reading lamp for reading in the kids’…

SO many great ideas, thoughts, and words of support (thank you, as always!) in yesterday’s comments. I definitely agree that some of my ‘complaints’ stem from unrealistic expectations vs reality, often fueled by comparison (other people’s book lists, calm and zen-sounding bedtime routines, etc).…

Positive Things: 1- I had a massive clinical catchup day at work and no longer feel panic when I look at my EPIC inbox. I had a light patient day which allowed me to follow up on 25+ results and finish 12 pending notes.…

It has been a week, as I knew it would be. I don’t think I’ve ever been this behind at work – going straight from week off to a call week is a mistake I’ve made before and nope, it’s not a good plan.…