angela
An Ode to Cousins From the Parent of an Only
When I was younger, my Aunt always did the "necklace trick" to determine how many children I would have when I grew up. If you're unfamiliar with this trick (or sorcery, blasphemy, cruel joke...
Lessons From My Husband on Mothering
As we approach Father's Day I've been mentally compiling a gratitude list of all the positive things my husband does as a father. But here's the deal. If I have to be completely honest,...
Getting “Comfortable” with Motherhood
I recently attended a panel discussion at Bloomingdale's entitled, "Momhood Through The Years." The intention was to capture the panelist's fashion style through varying points on the spectrum of motherhood - from new mom...
The Best Gift I’ll Get This Mother’s Day is The One I Give Myself
Obviously being a mother is gift enough, but this year I'm getting a little something extra. This year I'm giving myself permission - permission to feel guilty. And I'm starting with the guilt I'll...
Take Only Memories, Leave Only Footprints: One Traveling Mom’s Journey Through Motherhood
Traveling always felt like the key to unlocking a secret that the whole world was in on except me. A sense of mystery and discovery just a plane ride away. At least it did...
The Underground Society of Toddler Tunes
I have a confession to make. The first time I really felt like a mother was not the first time I held my beautiful 8 lb. 10 oz. son in my arms...it was when...
Why I disagree with the gender bias training in my workplace
Let me explain. Being in the throes of the “Me Too” movement I completely understand that voices have been silenced for too long. For those with something to say, people are listening.
Which is why...
Meet Angela
Motherhood to me is like trying to fold a fitted sheet: no matter how many times I got it "right" before, I struggle to remember how to do it again. I defer to Pinterest...