When I found out I was pregnant I had a major identity crisis. I feared becoming a single label: “mom.” It seemed like that mom life would be the only life I’d get to live. I was so upset by that. I didn’t want to lose myself or sacrifice the person I was. I didn’t want…
Tag: self image
Wear the D@mn Shorts
This is a tale of self-confidence… Last weekend we’d planned to spend some time with friends lakeside. The Friday before the trip I started brainstorming outfit ideas. I was thinking my cute swimsuit paired with my cut off high-waisted shorts. ‘But your thighs are so flabby and chunky. That’ll look terrible- all that cellulite and…
You Are Smart! (ep. 2)
Last month I shared a post to remind you that you are great. This month I’m changing the message. You are smart. I struggle at least once a week with this. Why do people read faster than me? Why can’t I figure out the tip percentage? Why am I having such a tough time remembering…
You Are Great! (ep.1)
Today I was going to go on a political rant, but then I decided not to. First of all, you can probably guess how I feel. But secondly- and more seriously- there is too much negativity floating around in my world (and probably yours), so today I’m filling this space with positivity. And on that…
The Way We Talk to Kids
Today I need to talk about something that has nothing to do with me right now… but someday it will. I feel so, so passionately about the way we speak to children. I think that our words make an incredible impact on the way they see themselves. If I’m ever blessed with a daughter I…
Life as Louise 