Tara Romero
Love Letter to the Overwhelmed Mom
Beloved Burnt Out Mom,
I saw you walk into the kitchen with your messy bun, stained pajamas, and bags under your eyes. I am overcome with the desire to wrap my arms around you in...
MUST DO:: Snow N Glow Ventura + Pro Mom Tips!
'Tis the season to dash through the snow with the kids! Oh wait! There isn’t any snow in Ventura County. Well, problem solved at Snow N Glow Ventura!
But before you start the car and...
Gifts To Give Yourself
You can keep it. You can keep the new kitchen appliance, fluffy bathrobe, cashmere sweater, eau de toilette or designer anything.
I appreciate the kind gesture and sentiment, but I would rather receive the...
Stop Calling Kids Fat
“You should take the skin off of your chicken,” blurted one of my elementary school teachers as I crossed the street heading towards my home. His unsolicited diet advice was the last thing my...
Top Homeschool Resources
There’s a Website for That!
As a homeschool mom of 3 who’s been in the game for nearly 10 years, I’ve come across tons of websites and curricula.
I’m about to save all of you homeschool...
Diets Are Dumb: Do This Instead
“Oh, my gosh! You’ve lost so much weight. How did you do it?”
One after another, the ladies in your circle carry on about how good Jen looks.
Reaction
This is where I brace myself. Before becoming...
I Still Need My Daddy
I was in diapers when my parents divorced. My mother had full custody of me and it was normal for me to go several months of the year without seeing my father. Every time...
My name Isn’t Mom
My name isn’t Mom, Mommy or Bruh. Before I had children I had a unique identity separate from other tiny humans.
A New Name
I adore my kids, but there are times, typically at that 3-4pm...
“But You’re Not Skinny”
As someone who spent most of her life overweight, I’ve heard many, many rude comments regarding my appearance.
“You’re so pretty. If only you would lose some weight” or after dropping a few pounds hearing,...
Failing to Love
It was time for us to start our daily reading when yet another battle began. I was not in the mood for this. Dinner time was fast approaching and every minute wasted arguing about...