Moms +SocialGood is a one-day event dedicated to empowering mothers around the world to create a better future for themselves and their families. I'm thrilled beyond measure to be speaking at the event this year. I'll be in New York today at the New York Times Center. What an … [Read more...] about Moms+SocialGood — What do you wish were true for every child, everywhere?
Your Car Is a Weapon
I was admittedly swept up in a moment of vanity as I was checking my hair in the rearview mirror at the red light. Tiny wisps had been dragging between the space between my glasses and my eyelids so I was doing a quick finger comb. I was sweeping my hair off my face … [Read more...] about Your Car Is a Weapon
Prince, My Soundtrack
The collective gasp heard ‘round the world on Thursday must be what it sounds like when doves cry. I get weepy, even more so than usual. My sons think I’m nuts. I sniveled in carpool, wiping snot on my sleeve and thanking the sun for warranting dark glasses as I … [Read more...] about Prince, My Soundtrack
On Flattery
When is a compliment earnest and when is it unsavory? In the last few weeks I've been approached by strangers (all men) to tell me they like my dress or I carry myself well or that I must have a "lucky fella" at home. I was even told in the airport, "Don't take this wrong. I'm … [Read more...] about On Flattery
Food Bank is Vital to Our Community
There are two things that are important to me - my kids and other kids. Feeding families, whether my own or others, is always top of mind. Food is about so much more than sustenance. Our dinner table is the nucleus of our family, yet many families don't have that luxury. I … [Read more...] about Food Bank is Vital to Our Community
One North Carolina Dad’s Thoughts on HB 2
My friend Matt penned this post that I wanted to share here. You'll read his words and see that he's a man bursting with integrity and compassion. Matt is my people. Read on and you'll see why. I am a dad. And, like most dads, I want to protect my children. I want to … [Read more...] about One North Carolina Dad’s Thoughts on HB 2
Waxing about Waxing
I am not a fussy, high maintenance kind of girl. The one thing I do routinely to tend to myself and my grooming is get my brows waxed. I was born with the most unfortunate unibrow, and it took me well into adulthood to learn that I could actually do something about it. I suppose … [Read more...] about Waxing about Waxing