kellymangan
I'm a longtime labor and social justice advocate, and this year I added "mommy" to my job title. My interests include cooking, writing, painting, photography, crafts, singing and making my boys laugh.
On Being Imperfect
So many of my friends that I've long admired for their parenting-- smart, successful, confident women-- seem weighed down by the totally wrong-headed belief...
Honoring My Grandfather
We didn't settle on a first name for my son until I'd been in labor for several hours. I guess you could say that...
Oh, to be a Swedish Mom
We didn't exactly have a plan when it came to me going back to work. The funding for my job ran out a week...
Pass the peas, please!
We know that it can be easy to get stuck in a rut when it comes to feeding our families. When you are contending...
Family Foodie 411: Bluebird BBQ, Barrio & South End Kitchen
Looking for a family-friendly place to eat? These three Burlington spots definitely make the grade.
Bluebird BBQ
Bluebird BBQ is probably the most family-friendly place I've...
Family Foodie 4-11: Mirabelles
My husband and I are big time foodies.
We love to cook-- but more importantly, we love to eat. And we still love to go...
Cooking Classes at Healthy Living
My husband and I love to cook, and we're always eager to pick up new tips, techniques and recipes to spice up mealtime.
But since...
10 ways having a baby has changed my life
Earlier this year my husband and I welcomed our son, Malcolm, into the world. Three months into motherhood I still feel like I haven't...