I choose what my son watches based on whether or not I like it. So far, Daniel Tiger and Sesame Street are the only two TV shows that have made the cut. Daniel Tiger is great; it is a show chock full of great lessons in compassion, consideration, friendship, and patience. It got me through the first thirteen weeks of my second pregnancy. It continues to get me through a morning shower. I am Continue Reading
It’s not your fault
You woke up this morning with joyful anticipation--hoping to see that little pink plus sign. You've been trying to have a baby for what feels like your entire life. You've wondered if you'll be buying little pink bows or tiny blue bow ties. After viewing the endless stream of proud parents litter your Facebook newsfeed for a few years, you're ready to have a few pictures to post yourself. You Continue Reading
Hypopcricy: mixed messages in pop culture
If you watched the 2015 Grammys, you will remember this message from President Obama President Obama urges us fervently to ban together in opposition to domestic abuse and in support of the victims of sex exploitation. "Together we can change our culture for the better by ending violence against women and girls...1 and 5 women are victims of rape or attempted rape, and 1 and 4 women has Continue Reading
The mommy syndrome: why Badalyan did the best she could
It only took me a year to surrender my little dog, Lola. I had gotten her as a gift from a college boyfriend; she stayed with me long after he and I had our final goodbyes. We lied when we adopted her, telling the agency that she would be staying in a large backyard with room to run. Instead, Lola lived most of her life with me in a crate college duplex. She and I would go walking a few Continue Reading
A letter to my college aged self…
Hey, Bekah. It's me...Bekah. Only, I'm knocking on thirty's door and I'm exactly where you want to be in five years; only problem is, it is five years after you thought you'd be there. Don't worry; it's ok not to be married with a kid by 25. Still, there are a few things we need to talk about. First, THANK YOU for passing on the gaucho pant trend. My goodness, those Continue Reading
Why Yoga-n never take away my Yoga pants…
I remember when I was about 10 years old, I sat inside of a Sunday School class and the teacher made a comment about how she always thought that people were staring at her when she walked across the room. "But they weren't," she followed. My ten-year-old sensibilities were heightened and confused. What the heck is she talking about? I don't think I had an answer for that Continue Reading
Putting all the race cards on the table…
My day started quite unexpectedly at 1 a.m., as my little bear growled for the better part of an hour and a half. I had already planned a morning run with a new friend at 5:30 a.m., so this particular post is fueled by very little sleep, a fair amount of caffeine, and an early morning runner's high. Normally, my new friend and I chat about long runs, life with a baby (and all that entails), Continue Reading
Oh hey Friday (5 follow-ups from earlier posts)
Hey readers and HELLO FRIDAY. *Catcall.* There is nothing more attractive than a weekend, amiright? Especially when said weekend begins with a concert...Tonight's events reminded me that sometimes, I need to follow up from previous posts to keep y'all in the loop. So...this Friday, I'm focusing on 5 follow-ups that you NEED TO CHECK OUT! It will surely bring a smile to your face. 1. An Continue Reading
The problem with breaking the internet…
Kim Kardashian broke the internet! Did you hear? Yes; sadly, Kim Kardashians epic booty broke the internet. May the information train rest in peace; this caboose just sent it off track. It is a miracle you're able to read this, actually. Thanks a lot, Paper Magazine (and double K). So, admittedly, I've watched a few episodes of Keeping up with the Kardashians. I think the last shows I Continue Reading
Oh, hey Friday! 5 Workout Tips for Beginners
Kelly is back at it this week for 5 workout tips for beginners. Be sure to enter her giveaway (IPMPI's biggest prize yet!) below. This week is a cause near and dear to my heart, as I know what it can be like starting all over again with an adequate exercise routine. When I was younger, I was a swimmer. In high school, I dabbled in every sport imaginable. It wasn't until a few years Continue Reading
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