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...

Even Though it is Fall, You can Still Enjoy Pittsburgh Parks

Me and my kids

This is not a sponsored post.

In the presence of nature, a wild delight runs through the man, in spite of real sorrows.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson

During the pandemic, I did quite a few projects with the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy to inform people that even in the face of the pandemic fears, the parks remained a safe place to convene. I participated in this collaboration because visiting the parks helped our family cope during a very difficult time. Indeed, for awhile, it was the only place that we could go to entertain ourselves. 

I was honored that they interviewed me and the kids during the pandemic. And, I showed up with pandemic hair and all!

Still, even though the pandemic is over, we still enjoy Pittsburgh Parks and so can you. Indeed, with the price of food, real estate, and essential goods, families need ways to have fun without breaking the bank. And,  spending time at the parks is a great way to enjoy family fun during these inflationary times. (You can also let your kids run around, tire them out, and have an enjoyable evening after putting them to bed!)

See below from a press release from the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy. I recommend that you make a trip to one this weekend. You won't regret it!

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🍂 THE FALL PROGRAM GUIDE HAS ARRIVED 🍂

We are thrilled to announce that the Fall Program Guide has finally arrived! As the leaves change and the air turns crisp, we invite you to join us in celebrating the arrival of fall with a variety of engaging activities and events. Whether you're a nature enthusiast or simply looking for a unique way to connect with the great outdoors, we have something for everyone.

From birding to mushroom walks and from healing relaxation retreats to harvest moon forest therapy walks, our theme this fall is rejuvenation and well-being. 

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