On not filling time: What is productivity?
Conventional jobs have a psychologically comforting aspect to them. You go somewhere, which in and of itself can feel like you've done something. In some …Read More
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5 ways to make over your Mondays
One of the joys of self-employment, and working from home, is that Mondays don't feel like Mondays to me. It has been ages since I …Read More
As time opens up
Perhaps it is the coming spring.* Perhaps it is the lull between sports. But this weekend had a different feel to it. When there are …Read More
What I’m into (March edition)
Time for another miscellany post on life right now. Here are a few things I'm into as of this month. The running streak. It lives. I …Read More
Travels with my big boy
Longtime readers will recall that my eldest really wanted a cat for Christmas. He did not get a cat. In lieu, he received a promise …Read More
Signs they’re growing up
I am feeling incredibly well-rested right now. I don't want to jinx this but long-time readers know that the 2-year-old has been a source of …Read More
Guest post: Is it necessary?
Laura's note: Today's guest post is about an important question to ask that can help you be more mindful in matters big and small. Enjoy! by …Read More
OK, enough wrestling
I have spent many a winter Saturday morning at wrestling meets this year. This weekend was no different, except my 7-year-old had wrestling events on …Read More
What I’m into (belated February edition)
So we are 10 days into February, but I never did write this month's "what I'm into" post, so here we go. I just finally started …Read More
The Little Book of Hygge, toddlers, and relaxation
The Danish concept of "hygge" is having a moment. Much like the Norwegian "koselig," it is an elevated vision of coziness, which is key to enjoying …Read More