One of the most important business lessons I ever learned came after I landed my first government contract with the City of Portland. I was proud of that contract. I had worked hard to earn it, and I wanted to prove that my communications firm was capable, creative, and committed to excellence. The contract included…
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Every Single Mom has one… But isn’t using it. #Reboot from a blog creator
Recently I was called to the stage to perform and I couldn’t have asked for a better introduction. Once I stepped on the stage I told the audience that after my performance I would be heading home immediately because I had to get home to perform my mommy duties. I stood on stage and the…
Answering hard relationship questions with your teen and tween kids
One of the hardest parts of parenting after a divorce, separation, or difficult relationship is figuring out what to tell your children when they start asking grown-up questions. When my daughter was younger, I made a conscious decision not to share adult details with her. She was a child. She didn’t need to carry adult…
Why Should I Care About Future Generations? #Earthday
“Why should I care about future generations? What have they ever done for me?”— Groucho Marx If we’re honest…that question probably crosses more minds than we’d like to admit. Because life is busy. We’re working, parenting, managing homes, trying to stay afloat — and sometimes thinking about the future of the planet feels far away…
7 Ways Narcissistic Ex-Partners Try to Control You After Divorce (And How to Disarm Them)
Parenting after separation is never easy. But when you’re co-parenting with someone who displays narcissistic behaviors, the emotional weight can feel even heavier. Many mothers quietly carry the burden of trying to stay calm, protect their children, and rebuild their lives—all while navigating subtle manipulation from a former partner. The good news? Once you recognize…
Elevate your life! Empowering Women Everywhere 