One Secret to a Working Mom Success: Celebrate the Seasons With Traditions

Greetings from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania ! Things have been busy. I am still a working mom of three, working full time who is trying to make a difference. I do a lot of things and try to be present so that I can learn from them. I share them on this blog so that we can learn together. Below are some thoughts, hacks, and/or lessons that I have learned from navigating my world. "Family traditions counter alienation and confusion. They help us define who we are; they provide something steady, reliable and safe in a confusing world."— Susan Lieberman   Traditions have a way of defining a family, provide stability and give hope. They are especially important for woking moms who spend so much time working to provide for their family that they may miss some of the "traditional" mom things like bake sales, volunteering at the book fair, and a host of actual and seemingly made up holidays.  They are also important for families trying to reinvent themselves in the wake of d...

A Peek Into the Life of a Working Mom: A Trip to My Alma Mater, The University of Virginia

We are in Charlottesville, Va. this weekend, which is the home of my alma mater, The University of Virginia.

I am excited. Andre and I have been here together a couple of times before, but it is the toddler's first time. I am thrilled to share this place that I love with her. Who knows. Perhaps we'll plant a seed this weekend that will grow and she'll love it as much as I do...

Here's hoping!


Chaton's World: A Working Mom's Quest for Balance in Stilettos: There's no place like Charlottesville...: In Charlottesville, Virginia , everything seems nicer. The fruit tastes sweeter. The mood seems more peaceful. And, the countryside seem...
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Chasing Joy said…
It just might work. My dad went to Temple University. When I was little I knew their mascot and who was on their basketball team. Low-n-behold I am now a Temple University Alumni. :-)