New You

A new year is upon us, and it often means a fresh start for many. Are you one that makes resolutions, perhaps to lose weight, spend more time with your family, or save more money? While I’m not usually...

Finally! It's time to bring our feet out of hibernation, buff those nasty heels, and break out the bright summer polish for our toes. I love shoes for so many reasons, not the least of which is the fact...

It all started with the fatigue. Then the depression set in, then hives, and the inflammation. I had gained 20 pounds in less than three weeks, even while struggling through a bout of stomach flu. Something was wrong. My body wasn’t happy. I...

Does this dress make me look {________}? Do my arms look {__________} in this shirt? Is this sweater too tight? Is everyone watching what the {___________} girl is eating at dinner? I just want to put on a big, comfy sweatshirt and hide...

Welcome to the new year! The year so many have been looking forward to, especially after the headlines of the previous year continued to affront us with not-so-happy news. I always love the new year because I love planners...

This evening has settled into a quiet one. My two year old daughter is sleeping, my boyfriend is working away in our home office, and I’m planted right in front of the bathroom mirror studying the image that has...

"Michele… Pssst… Hey, Michele…*nudge*… wake up...*nudge*…the baby is awake…Michele…" I find it hard to imagine that there are any moms unfamiliar with the extreme exhaustion that comes with having an infant. On the other hand, I assume that the majority of...

Let me tell you a little story about a friend (spoiler alert: I’m the friend). This “friend” set a New Year’s Resolution to lose the baby weight, get in shape, and eat healthy.  She thought she’d accomplish this goal by...

Not to sound weird, but what are you wearing right now? Is it a pair of black yoga pants? A t-shirt with your high school mascot? Or is it the house sweater that hasn't been washed since 2000? Yeah, about a year and...

Earlier this month I turned 37 years old.  I know, it's not polite for a lady to reveal her age, but hey, whoever said that I was a proper lady? My birthday has prompted me to do some hard thinking...