Chattanooga Moms

I don't lose well. I never have. I cling to the people and things I love with fierce loyalty. Once I listened to a John Mayer CD for an entire year because I loved it so much. My daughter...

I wanted twins my whole life. When I was little girl playing house, I always pretended to be a mommy of twins. Apparently I had some eerie sixth sense because years later, here I am, proud mother of identical...

When I was growing up, just receiving the American Girl catalog was a big deal. Though I never owned one of the beautiful dolls, I loved transposing myself into the time periods of the books. History came alive to me through these...

You may not remember me. I saw you a few days ago while wrestling with my toddler to get his shoes on at the gym's childcare center. My patience was wearing thin as I struggled to corral the older...

I know this is going to make me sound like a terrible mother, but I really, really hate toddler play. I love my child more than anything in this world, but the phrase "mommy, play with me" is one...

I was hoisting the enormous infant car seat onto my hip, juggling keys, a bag, and a water bottle, feeling the usual mix of "I've totally got this" and "I'm a hot mess," when I heard an older woman...

I always struggle with writing blog posts that sound like I am giving advice because I don't think I have parenting answers, nor do I think I am any sort of expert. I have three kids under six, and...

Our most recent Mom's Night Out at Soma Intimates was a perfect evening! What better way to spend a chilly, grey, February evening than with lots of girlfriends, sweet snacks and delicious wine? Soma's staff provided each guest with...

Dearest readers, many months ago, I wrote a post about people and things in my life who deserved a hearty thank you. Because I am one to celebrate gratitude, I present to you another installment of Thank You Notes,...

  The flu, the stomach bug, RSV, hand foot mouth, bronchitis, pneumonia -- they have all been making their rounds this season. So much so, school was even cancelled. My household has been hunkering down for over a week and...