Dear Baby Girl

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Dear Baby Girl, You both delight and terrify me. I have spent many a sleepless night wishing for you, and now that you're on the way...
I thought I knew about sleep deprivation, but I had no idea. In college, as a young professional and yes, as a mom of a...

This is 40…almost

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I am almost 40.  Almost… It has been a good life, not unlike a really wonderful roller coaster ride; incredible highs, some really deep lows,...
I've come a long way in my fifteen years as a mom. From a fearful, hovering helicopter to a confident, laid back adviser. It's funny how...
I like the Quiet

I Like the Quiet.

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My youngest child went to kindergarten. The only creatures in my house, aside from some unnamed and unwelcome fruit flies, are me and my cat,...
Motherhood comes with a host of choices to make about what is best for you, your family, and your child. We at BurlingtonVT Moms...
Motherhood comes with a host of choices to make about what is best for you, your family, and your child. We at BurlingtonVT Moms...
Motherhood comes with a host of choices to make about what is best for you, your family, and your child. We at BurlingtonVT Moms...
This summer I had an unusual amount of time to read. I've actually never had trouble finding time to read-it's the thing that refreshes and...
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...
I love old movies! Absolutely love them! I grew up watching Charlie Chaplin, the Marx Brothers, Cary Grant and Jimmy Stewart. In fact, one of...
Lately, toddler behavior has been a major topic of controversy and has even made the news. Please allow me to take a moment to pray...

Math With Kids

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1 + 2 = 3 Three is a tough number. I didn't need a parenting book to tell me that. I lived it every time...
Depending on the time of year the evening bed-time routine with our two kids is varied. During the school year we eat dinner at...

In + Around Vermont

The UVM Men’s Soccer National Championship Matters to Vermont Families

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Late into the evening on Monday, December 16, I lay in bed while my three kids were asleep, watching the Men’s National Collegiate Soccer...