I was a prolific writer at this time last year. We were more than a month into our new COVID lifestyle, I was unemployed, and my kids were doing virtual learning for the first time. Fast forward a year, and we’re in nearly the same situation again. This time I am fully employed – somehow […]
How to make self care a priority in your busy life
We’re all familiar with the phrase “You can’t pour from an empty cup.” That’s because it’s true. If we don’t recharge our bodies and minds, we can’t give support to others who depend on us. This is particularly important right now. While we are all muddling through the “what’s next” of pandemic living, many of […]
How Busy Moms Can Get Better Sleep
*How Busy Moms can get Better Sleep is a guest post. If you are interested in having your writing hosted on A Modern Mom’s Life, please visit my Guest Posting page.* As a mom, nothing in life matters more to you than your kids. Getting them dressed, making sure they’re eating, and taking care of their […]
How I support my daughter with a mild learning disability
My eldest daughter, Emma, was diagnosed with a mild learning disorder when she was in grade two. We have had many assessments, Occupational Therapy visits, a session with a psychologist, an IEP put into place, and many, many struggles with Emma and her schoolwork load. Emma is very smart. Her memory is amazing (as we […]
My Getaway Haircuts at James Brett Coiffure
I’m not one to be fashionable or on the cutting edge of styles or anything like that. Most of the time I don’t even know what I want when it comes to clothes or hair styles. My life is comfort first, and then if it looks good, that’s a bonus. I would say that it […]