On Feeling Fearful and Doing It Anyway

My inspired, career ambitions didn’t really kick in until my 30s. Sure, I had some cool jobs before then — working on Capitol Hill, for example — but I didn’t get really passionate about what I was doing until a bit later. Currently, I work at...

In Physical Pain

I have prided myself in the past few years for truly appreciating a healthy body. Since I’ve dealt with many back issues, including back surgery, sciatica, injuries and the like…everyday I can run and CrossFit, I remind myself how lucky I am. One week ago,...

Our Easter Weekend 2017

Our Easter weekend was perfect! I shall start you off with my favorite part, which is a video of Jacob dancing at the Easter egg hunt. Every time he hears a beat, his little body starts moving. In fact, I’ve shown him this video several times and he does it...

New York, New York Baby

I’ve traveled so much to New York in the past two years, I’m actually starting to get used to the city. It’s still fascinating to me every time I go, but not quite as intimidating. No, I still don’t know how to use the subway system, but at...

Charleston + Jacob’s First Plane Ride

I love going to Charleston and have definitely traveled there more than any other “vacation spot” and that’s because I feel in love with the city when I lived there for a year after college. This trip was no different as I felt immediately refreshed...