The fastest way to break the cycle of perfectionism and become a fearless mother is to give up the idea of doing it perfectly - indeed to embrace uncertainty and imperfection. -Arianna Huffington I am excited to share my blog with awesome moms! Hope you find inspiration, commonality and feeling validated when you wonder if you're the only one experiencing the roller coast of motherhood, work and relationships. Enjoy! ~Lisa We all know a single mom (or dad, let’s not sell th

I wanted to share an exerpt from my book, which is available for sale NOW. I chose this chapter to share because it is still something that I feel like I struggle with- the balance of work and motherhood. Although I'm not worried about diaper blowouts anymore, I still feel anxious when Dorian is at work with me that he'll be too loud playing toys while I try to write this blog or scream, "let's do this" and run as fast as he can around the office disrupting other people who

I had the opportunity to be featured on the George Hale Ric Tyler show to discuss my story and the upcoming book. Ric really dug in and asked some GREAT questions such as how to find the courage to say YES but also have the wisdom to say NO. I also discussed how you can practice transparency in your life, build your network with sincere and honest relationships, as well as the important of self care. Listen now! You can pre-order the book today! #radio #interview #transparenc

The purpose of human life is to serve, and to show compassion and the will to help others. -Albert Schweitzer One of the major themes in my book is asking for help or being open to receiving it when offered. I am really good at writing about it but when it comes down to it, I struggle with receiving it. Not being able to walk has been a major challenge especially when trying to care for Dorian. He has been such a good sherpa and keeping a positive attitude through this majo

This morning while Dorian and I were taking out the recycling, I fell and heard a pop. I knew immediately the chances of me bouncing up were slim. I lay there for a few minutes as I feel the pain radiate throughout my body and process my son's face in absolute shock that his mom is laying on the ground. I immediately starting assessing all the things I had to do today and what would need to be adjusted. I immediately crossed off a trip to BJ's to get supplies for CoVort tha

“I speak to everyone in the same way, whether he is the garbage man or the president of the university.”― Albert Einstein Everyone has a story, passions, and expertise. It might not appear obvious by the way they are dressed or the job title they hold. That's what makes getting to know people so much fun. If you can get over stereotyping and truly see each person as someone who possesses something unique and wonderful, you will have so many doors open for you. I was fortunate

I printed 20 copies of my uncorrected proof of Power of Transparency for Book Con . When I went to pick them up I was shocked and excited to find out their customer service rep told me she was keeping a copy because "it was a page turner". She laughed as she told me, "my kids asked me if I was going to put the book down at dinner but I just couldn't! I could totally relate to everything in the book." As I venture into the big city to promote my book, I am aiming to connect

“I think every working mom probably feels the same thing: You go through big chunks of time where you’re just thinking, ‘This is impossible — oh, this is impossible.’ And then you just keep going and keep going, and you sort of do the impossible.” Tina Fey I was so excited to interview my long time friend, Eliza Butler and baby Zachary of Speciality Sweets. She's such an inspiration juggling 3 kids and 2 businesses. She has great advice about managing expectations and askin

"I don't think anyone could ever critic me more severely than the way I viciously criticize myself." -Unknown I got done work with two hours to spare before daycare closed. My brain starts playing out my options: I could go pick up Dorian or I could go aimlessly browse the aisles of Target. It's a decision I used to struggle with often but have found it really wasn’t a dilemma. The answer is an obvious YES go shopping or take the time to enjoy happy hour with friends!! Befo

There's no such thing as a supermom. We just do the best we can. -Sarah Michelle Gellar I walked into Tiller & Rye, a grocery store owned by two women and made my way to the cafe to order one of their delicious breakfast sandwiches. My heart melted when I saw a 10 week old baby girl laying in a stroller while her mom worked feverishly to get her task done before the demands of the baby were announced to her and the whole store. It took me back to the days when I would brin

Balance activity with serenity, wealth and simplicity, persistence with innovation, community with solitude, familiarity with adventure, constancy with change, leading with following. -Jonathan Lockwood Huie During the hour drive back to Bangor after dropping my son off with his dad for the weekend, I think about all the possibilities with my newfound freedom. I could go out for drinks, shop, binge on netflix, clean and organize my life, sleep or get back to work. It is a s