Jaclyn
Gluten-Free Holidays
I remember the fear I felt going into my first gluten-free holiday season convinced none of my favorite dishes could be converted to gluten-free. To my surprise, even many years ago, gluten-free holiday cooking...
The Dreaded Search for Childcare
While pregnant with our first child, now a sassy 2+-year-old daughter, we felt that a nanny would be the best type of childcare for our family. We liked the idea of our baby being...
Fourth of July Tradition: Boating With Littles
Lake Cumberland is a magical place, about 5 hours from Columbus, that consists of 1,200 miles of shoreline and some of the most amazing memories in my life! It is a man-made, flood control...
“Your daughter bit a friend; Again”
Toddlers are awesome; I mean they learn something new every single day, have enough energy for all of us, and find joy in the smallest of things. Toddlers also feel big emotions in their...
To My Two Year Old, Signed Your Pregnant Momma
Some of my earliest memories are about my desire to mother. I so looked up to my mother and seriously viewed her as a superhero. I wanted to be exactly like her and wanted...
Get Outside- Central Ohio Metro Park Style
A couple of years ago we were inspired by a great post to get outside. The writer basically outlined 10 great reasons to get outside throughout the year, and how this benefits you. We...
A Night With the Jackets
We are blessed, here in Columbus, with a wonderful hockey team- The Columbus Blue Jackets! Not only have I seen these players and the Jackets community do absolutely wonderful things for our kiddos at...
The Strength of Heart Babies
When people hear that I am a clinical social worker supporting patients and families affected by congenital heart disease, I often am responded to with an audible sigh. Many can't understand why I would...
Grief During the Holidays
Christmas is everything to my family. Growing up it was the one day that I felt unapologetic about the gifts received and the joy it brought. Given that Santa brought them, I knew my...
A Winter Michigan Getaway
Alright Buckeyes, I saw that eye-roll you just did when reading the word Michigan. BUT. I am not joking, nor exaggerating, when I say that Michigan is a hidden gem of beauty, especially in...