

Survivorship Bias: A Parenting Myth
Don't worry, I didn't know what survivorship bias was until a few weeks ago either. At least, I hadn't heard the term. I stumbled across...


4 Lessons Learned in 8 months as a mom
I became a mom about 8 months ago. Actually, it was 245 days ago. That is how long it has been since I met my amazing son. That is also...


Bedtime Routine: Embracing the Three Best Things
Each night, I ask my three children their “three things” -- three things they are proud of, thankful for, or enjoyed doing that day. I...


Embracing the Princess
There is a lot written about the "big bad princess" obsession. I always wondered if my little three-year-old princess, or as I have...


I am a terrible wife.
Okay, I might have a little drama in that title. But only a little. That is the way that I feel sometimes. Everything seems to be a...


Be a Frantie!
We all have friends that are like family. And, if you don't, you are missing out! When Abby, my college roommate, was the first one to...


Meet Dylan, Olivia, Jason and Authentically Amy!
We are a midwest family trying to survive, build careers, grow children and stay sane. It's not always easy, but it's certainly an...








































