Mother’s Day and Father’s Day may look equal on the calendar, but every mom knows they hit completely differently. Mother’s Day lands in the middle of end‑of‑school chaos, while Father’s Day floats in on a summer breeze. This blog breaks down the mental load, the timing, and the hilarious truth behind why Mother’s Day feels like the eye of the storm.

A real look at The Preteen Plot Twist No One Warns You About — the sudden attitude shifts, emotional rollercoasters, and unexpected distance that hit during the tween years, plus practical ways to stay connected and grounded as a parent.

A week or so ago someone asked me what I was doing for the holidays. I said the usual, staying home, being with Tim and the kids and hosting