Emily Houston
I am a native Vermonter, and even though the winters nearly drive me away each year, the beautiful landscape, supportive family, and wonderful communities keep us here! I’m also very fortunate to have a job in Clinical Research that married my love of organization with my fascination for science. As much as I love my job, our family is by far the greatest joy in my life. My husband and I have three boys and we have lived in Milton for five years. I also love running, cooking, and being outside with the boys hiking or hitting the beach!
6 Reasons Why Going Out Just Isn’t Worth It
Let me preface this post by saying I have never been overly excited about hitting the bars.
In college, when you're expected to live for...
Why I’ve Chosen Strong over Skinny
Spring is here!
I lace up my shoes and rush out the door where I am met with the pleasant feeling of warm sunshine on...
Do Not Give my Husband a Gold Star
As a working mom, weekends are precious, protected time with my family.
I look forward to the mornings I don't have to rush around the...
What “Piece by Piece” Means to Me
I first heard Kelly Clarkson's Idol performance of "Piece by Piece" on the way to drop my son off at daycare a few weeks...
5200 Pickup and Other Toddler Games
Toddlers-little balls of energy that are still pint-sized and cute; yet can be so destructive.
I still refer to our youngest son as a baby,...
My Hotline Don’t Bling
You used to call me on my cell phone, late night when I had no kids... Sorry Drake for the really bad adaptation...
Resolutions for a Lifetime
In the last few years I've stopped making a New Year's resolution.
I make enough resolutions throughout the year, that by the time New Years...
Managing the Holidays with a Broken Family
I can clearly remember Thanksgiving at my grandmother's house when I was growing up.
The table was nearly too long for the dining area, and...
A Taste of the Bittersweet: My Independent Boy
"Mom. Mama. Mommy. Mom." My 4 year old, E is relentless in trying to gain my attention.
It always reminds me of, what may be,...
Gender Stereotypes: My Son the…Sallygirl?
What is the male equivalent of a Tomboy?
If we were to give it a term, I suppose we could use the same formula as...
Five Ways to Focus your Student
Sadly, the carefree days of summer have come to a close and we are right back into the swing of school.
It seems to me...
Momspiration vs. Mommy Wars
Disclaimer: I did not coin this phrase, but I wish I did, because hearing it puts a smile on my face! Thinking about other...
The Preschool Bully
Like most moms, I can easily turn into scary mama bear when somebody threatens to, or actually hurts my child.
There have been times at...
Note to Self: Mommy Edition
I'd like to think that I'm a pretty well-prepared person. As are most moms I know.
My diaper bag has the essentials, along with enough...