All posts in Taking A Break

I have a real problem with taking time off. I mean, I'll take a day off every once in a while, but other than my maternity leaves, I've

We've been busy taking a "break" from work and blogging and all the such. But we thought to share with you a little glimpse into some of our

So, on December 21, my students finished their exams, ate popcorn, watched clips of the Romeo and Juliet video (with Leonardo, of course) and bid farewell for two

Reflecting back on this year, it’s been a noisy one in the Land of the Working Mom. Let’s start with two words: presidential campaign. Need I say more?

Three weeks ago, I resigned from my job and gave my two weeks' notice.  It was a tough decision.... lots of material for other posts later.  I did

  I love doing crafts with the kids.  We do 2-3 per week!  Most are pretty simple and kid driven, meaning I try to do something related to what

I feel like as a working momma to an almost three year old, that I’ve really got a handle on this working momma gig. And since I’ve begun

Nothing makes the earth seem so spacious as to have friends at a distance; they make the latitudes and longitudes.                  

::curse word, curse word, curse word:: Forgive me while I write through some rage issues. Which you can read for you enjoyment while you giggle at my current neuroses

Yesterday I reflected on what this past school year was all about for me. Today, I shall talk about what a teacher break entails. Last night, as we were

I am a very lucky woman. I have just spent 3 nights and 4 days away from home, away from work and away from reality. I ate my

A few months ago I wrote about my choice to work. WAHM with childcare help for the win was and still is my ultimate goal, though I know

Time for some deep thoughts by Brandy.  Hold onto your hats...you may lose them. This is not my typical style. I was sitting here thinking about being a a

I put pictures of myself all over the internet every single day. I am the first person clients and customers see when they walk through the doors of

I’d like to taste my food again. Is that too much to ask? It’s always, “You feed the baby while I eat” or “He needs to be changed

Yup. You heard it here folks. Chocolate for breakfast is good for you...well your well-being. A couple of weeks ago, a series of things happened one Friday morning that

So I sort of accidentally took a long weekend this past weekend. I was leaving work early on Wednesday to head down to the LA area for a blogging