Inspired: Elizabeth Gilbert and Her Metaphorical Minivan

Two quotes from Elizabeth Gilbert to make your Monday morning a little happier.

The Hope that Only You Know

What lies inside that dead-looking twig might just surprise us all.

PTA vs. the Supermom

I came face to face with the Supermom. Here is my story.

To the Mom with the Screaming Kid

The age-old parental question: what to do when your kid won't go?

Saturday Night Playlist

A playlist for your Saturday night

♥ Your Life: Take a Personality Test

If you haven't lost at least one afternoon of your life to the fascinating study of temperament types, I highly recommend it.

Inspired: Ira Glass on Persevering

Ira Glass on creative people and why they have such a hard time persevering in their work

Zilker Clothing Swap

The Zilker Clothing Swap will be this Saturday, 9/7, from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, in the Zilker Elementary cafeteria. See you there!

Adventure + Kids?

Friends with kids are having major adventures around the world. But what about all the benefits to stability?

A Tale of Two Grandmas

How can I love thrift store shopping and yet be a snob when it comes to regular stores? I blame my grandmas.

Following Your Passion

What is your passion? Is that an easy question for you to answer? Do you feel that everyone has a passion? What does it mean if you don't know what yours is? Or do you have the opposite problem—do you feel like you have so many pursuits that you feel lost? Austin blogger Jenni from… Continue reading Following Your Passion

Inspired: Alice Walker’s Forgiveness

I was blown away by Alice Walker's simple words of forgiveness, and I wanted to share them here.

Back to School (Part 5): The First Day

My final three tips for dealing with the conflicting emotions that come with the first day of school.

Back to School (Part 4): Get a Grip

A general low-lying buzz of anxiety plagues me this time of year, so I asked therapist Katharine Barnhill to share some words of wisdom.

Back to School (Part 3): Save Your Dollars

The back-to-school season can be EX-PEN-SIVE, so I offer my favorite tips on how to get ready for school without breaking the bank.