Health + Wellness

Burpees are the very worst. I don’t know if there is anyone out there who really enjoys burpees. I mean, I’m pretty sure whoever invented them has had some pretty mean things said in their name a time or two....

Parenting is so very hard. I’m pretty sure it’s the hardest thing I’ve ever done. I'm responsible for someone else’s health, safety, and the future outcome - that can be overwhelming at times, especially if you feel in over...

"Think of the happiest things, it’s the same as having wings." - Disney’s Peter Pan  A few months ago, Make-A-Wish North Texas asked my son, “If you could have anything or do anything or be anything or go anywhere, what...

So I recently scheduled a Gua Sha appointment. I honestly didn’t know a lot about what it was or the benefits, I just heard it was similar to a deep tissue massage, but with a totally new technique. I’m...

This post was developed in partnership with the Texas Department of State Health Services. However, all opinions are our own. I like to be supportive.  I like building people up.  For the most part, I believe we are all in...

As a special needs mom, I am often getting random advice from those who love me. “Please remember to take care of yourself also. Your mental health is so important as a special needs mom.” As much as I...

A few months ago I went with some girlfriends to watch a documentary by Rachel Hollis. In this documentary, 700 women filled out a survey and admitted some hard truths. One of those truths is that nearly every single...

I’m going to give you a snapshot into my soul — please be kind. I promised you I would be transparent and I plan to keep that promise. *deep breath* In journalism, it’s against the Associated Press (AP) writing style...

My boy, I am sorry for not being the mommy you need. I am sorry I am no fun anymore. I am just too tired from being up with your sissy. I try to be fun but my sadness...

In my past life, I worked with sexual abuse victims. No age is too young, and nothing provides immunity.  Now that I’m a mom of two young kiddos, I parent very deliberately to give possible tools to prevent abuse....