My boys got COVID, and I got a massive case of guilt. As parents, we're supposed to protect our children. Seeing them sick, hurt, or in any kind of pain is heart-wrenching. Of course, you know you can't keep them in a protective bubble, but it still feels like failure when you can't keep them safe. That's exactly what COVID felt like to me. I debated on telling our … [Read more...]
Healthy Lifestyle: Making Baby Steps Back
My healthy lifestyle went out the window with the Pandemic. Before we were quarantined at home, before the kids were having school at home, and before the World basically shutdown, I had been doing great. I was eating good food, going to the gym almost everyday, and felt great. I didn't think anything could change my healthy lifestyle. Heck, I even wrote a blog post about … [Read more...]
2020 School Year: Face to Face or Virtual?
The 2020 school year will be different. If we've learned anything from Spring, it's that things can change quickly. Never did I imagine that when we left school in March that we'd be where we are now. It is scary and stressful, mostly because things are still unknown. So, what is the 2020 school year going to look like? I think that answer will be partially based on … [Read more...]
First Kid Cavity During COVID Crisis
Getting a cavity as a kid can be scary. Let's be real. No one enjoys getting a cavity filled. It's uncomfortable, not to mention expensive. When you add in a pandemic that comes with new procedures and health concerns, it can be even more challenging. Not only is there the fear of the unknown for your child, but you may have your own concerns when it comes to their health and … [Read more...]
Mask Up? No Time for a Debate
Why is there such a debate over wearing a mask? Masks are not Republicans or Democrats. They are not some great threat to your freedom. No one is trying to impose a huge dress code on the United State. A mask is just a mask. Lately, people seem to be attaching so much meaning to a simple face covering. From an infringement on their rights to an indication of political … [Read more...]