Start where you are: One good at a time

I don’t know about you, but I can’t always keep up. Which companies have done or said something that goes against what I believe? Which CEOs have been problematic or maybe fund causes I support? Which of the 12 upcoming events should I attend? Which of the dozens of nonprofits I see as important should…

Community can be awkward (but worth it)

One thing I need to do better is be involved in the community around me. I have not given this goal the priority I know it deserves. I’ll show up to a town event from time to time, but I’m just as likely to skip because I don’t feel like putting on shoes. I actively…

In-hair-itance

Your mother’s father shows your future hair loss. Or so goes the legend. While the science is a bit more complex than that, maternal genes are one factor that can’t be ignored. If this ends up being the strongest influence for my child’s future hairline, well, you are very welcome child. Enjoy your luscious flowing…

Unicorn Space

Common complaint time: I feel I have no (ok, to be fair probably just little) time in my life to do just whatever I want. Let me clarify, because that sounds so bleak. 90% of what I do with my son on a daily basis is “whatever I want” since we have very few responsibilities…

Nature is for beginners

So we live in Colorado now. It’s a gorgeous state. Nature is everywhere and with endless variety. The clean air beckons me outside every time I get near an open window. Before moving here I used to say I’m an outdoorsy person. But boy are these Coloradans intimidating. I’m not at their level. There are…

Fear

I feel no fear. We are able to enjoy an afternoon walk without looking over our shoulders apart from watching for the occasional coyote. This is partly because of our privilege to live where we do in a safe town, but because we also blend in rather well. In many ways we look a lot…

A sister’s pride

I always thought working for my own success would be my greatest source of pride and joy. I never exactly figured out how I defined success, so who knows, maybe I’m there. However throughout my adult years I’ve learned what many parents and other mature adult people know: third-party pride. Ok, that’s probably not what…

Working in Social Media

I am not sure if this is a Dear John letter or a love letter to my profession. But today I need to tell my story. When interviewing for a job we often think most of what we will receive for doing the work. You want a high salary, good benefits, maybe a relocation stipend…

Oh, Hello Me

To catch us all up: I’m married to a great guy, I had a baby late last year. I’m now a wife and mother. There you go, that will be all I say about that, sorta. If you want my wife or mom thoughts, head over to our family website/blog. My stream of consciousness on…