Dear Fiancé, from Your Personal Project Manager (a.k.a. Life’s COO)
Love, deadlines, and deliverables — what could go wrong? Read my new blog post on what it’s really like to marry a project manager (glossary included for the brave).
The Wolf, the Bear, and the People in Suits
Read the full post on my blog — where I unpack what a wolf and a bear can teach our government about collaboration, survival, and getting over themselves.
When Jesus Handed Out Bread, He Didn’t Ask for Proof of Employment
When Jesus Handed Out Bread, He Didn’t Ask for Proof of Employment” — A witty, unfiltered take on SNAP benefits, hypocrisy, and why compassion shouldn’t come with a paycheck.
If Washington Hired a Project Manager — Not Another Businessman, the Shutdown Would Be Over by Lunch
If Washington hired a Project Manager instead of another “business genius,” the government would’ve reopened before lunch — and half of Congress would be on a performance improvement plan by dinner.
We don’t need another CEO with a slogan.
We need someone who can fix the mess, run a meeting, and actually deliver a result before the next news cycle.
Irony Isn’t Dead — It’s Just Tired
New blog just dropped — featuring beer, boundary issues, and one man’s crash course in irony. Buckle up.
The Disney Princess No One Asked For
My fiancé yelled from the bathroom, ‘There’s a ferret in here!’ I was 100% sure he was wrong… until I saw it. That was just the start. Within weeks, we had a backyard bunny named Dennis Hopper, a fancy rat on the porch, and our bulldog Snoozanne giving me side-eye. I might officially be the menopausal Cinderella. Read the whole ridiculous saga here ➡️
We’re Engaged! 💍
He asked. I said yes. 💍 Bonus mom to two, bulldog wrangler, bunny landlord, occasional bear shoo-er… and now fiancée. Our story isn’t perfect, but it’s ours — and I wouldn’t change a thing. 🐾❤️ 🐰🐻🐠 Read the full engagement story ➡️
When the Mask Slips — and the Flying Monkeys Swoop In
When a narcissist gets exposed in court, the truth is glorious — until the flying monkeys swoop in. In this follow-up to my ‘How to Deal with a Narcissist’ post, I share how my fiancé’s ex tried to erase child support, the judge’s epic shutdown, and the sad reality of kids caught in the crossfire.
The One Where I Became a Fish Mom
I blinked and somehow became a full-blown fish mom—with a 75-gallon tank, named goldfish, and a bulldog who’s deeply confused by it all. 🐠💦 New blog post up: Menopause Diary—The One Where I Became a Fish Mom.
Blue Pill, Red Pill, and a Whole Lot of Regret-Laced Wisdom
Let’s talk about the age-old hypothetical that showed up in my text messages this week and sent me spiraling into an existential time loop…
Surgery, Seaglass, and Suspicious Lymph Nodes (All Clear, Folks!)
Surgery update: What was supposed to be 3 hours turned into 6 (apparently my insides are… complicated), but my surgeon was a total badass…
My Ovary’s Got a Plus-One (Orange You Glad It’s Not Cancer? TBD)
Busy season, business trips, family camping… and now, surgery. This one’s got it all—travel wins, parenting chaos, and an unexpected orange-sized plot twist.
Yurt So Wrong… Bring a Bucket and Lower Your Expectations
First night in Ireland—off from my work trip—was… memorable. The yurt wasn’t exactly the cozy “Pinterest Perfect” dream I had in mind, but the beach, the Guinness stew, and a perfectly timed Irish coffee more than made up for it. Full review below!
Mirror, Mirror… Who Even Is That?
I’ve battled the scale, my hormones, and my grief. From secret donuts in parking lots to summiting Kilimanjaro, this journey has been anything but boring. I’m sharing the messy, honest truth about weight, menopause, and finally listening to my gut (literally). New blog post up now.
Well, That Escalated Quickly
Plot twist I didn’t see coming: an 8cm tumor, a lot of Googling, and a crash course in perspective.
Latest Menopause Diary entry is up — a little scare, a lot of feelings, and still plenty of hope (and sarcasm).
Read it now and maybe hug your dog today.
A Day in the Life of Snoozanne: The Bulldog Who Runs This House
Ever wonder what life looks like through the eyes of an English Bulldog? Snoozanne spills the kibble on her daily adventures—protecting the house from evil measuring tapes, demanding cheese ransoms, and perfecting the art of the bulldog sulk. Chaos, snoring, and side-eye guaranteed!
The Meltdown Chronicles: Menu Games, iPad Wars, and Life Lessons in Chaos
From restaurant meltdowns to iPad standoffs, parenting is a wild ride. The Meltdown Chronicles shares real moments, hard-earned lessons, and a call for your best survival tips. Let’s navigate the madness together!