To quote the great William Shakespeare: “What is in a name? That which we call a rose, by any other name would smell as sweet.”
So yeah, I changed my name two weeks ago. Not to worry, I’m still Heather...
Our Not-So-Perfect Marriage
A lot of people have told me that my husband, Mark, and I have “the perfect marriage.” We don’t. Our marriage, like most, has been tested by temptations, lies, rumors, arguments, and tragedies.
However, I’m proud to say...
So, have you heard about the Mormon moms on TikTok who got caught up in a swinging scandal? I swear this is not a setup for a joke. There is no punchline coming. Unfortunately.
Let me start by saying if...
For Valentine’s Day this year, my husband “gave” me a pair of warm, winter boots that I’d purchased for myself. In return, I gave him much needed winter mittens. At first glance, these might seem like bad Valentine’s gifts,...
When I was growing up, I always thought I wanted something that all my friends had, that I felt I was missing out on; or so it seemed.
As an only child, one of my wishes was to have a...
Sex with my husband saved my marriage.
Making love connected us not just physically, but also mentally and spiritually. Our lovemaking was a beautiful reminder of why we were together, and why we’d chosen each other to share our lives....
My little brother passed away about four years ago. Every time I think about our complicated relationship, I think about our strange family tree, and the concept of “the family you choose.”
When I was in elementary school, my teacher...
I don’t know what I’m doing. There. I said it… Are you happy, world???
This dad’s life is basically a series of hot messes that I’m desperately trying to contain with Kirkland brand disinfecting wipes. Shout out to Costco for...
Home date nights are by far my favorite way to spend some one on one time with my husband.
There are many reasons to stay home for your date night but in my opinion, the biggest advantage to date...
Yes, this may turn out to be one of those mushy blog posts - but I think I am due for one. Most of the time my husband is Clark Kent - he blends in well with others and...
Reserve your master bedroom for you and your significant other.
All too often, other uses enter your bedroom (office space, electronics, kids’ toys, etc.) and add clutter to a space that should be peaceful and romantic. We need to be reminded that our...
We had so much fun at our Date Night event at BEVO! We loved mixing things up a bit and letting the dads in on our events :)
First, thank you to BEVO for hosting the event and providing all...
I am insecure. Not all the time, and not in all situations, but insecurity is not a foreign concept to me. It's not something I like to admit or am happy about, but I cannot deny its existence or its wounds.
Can...
"The BVTMB is getting real this week about a sometimes taboo, but important topic...S-E-X! Our team is sharing the good, the bad, and the ugly...and maybe the humorous and kinky too... about sex after kids in hopes that some...
In + Around Vermont
The UVM Men’s Soccer National Championship Matters to Vermont Families
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...
