Goodbye, Junk Food. It’s Been Real.
This ends now, junk food. We are officially broken up. It’s not you, it’s me. We have had 30 fun years together, and now I am moving on.… Read More Goodbye, Junk Food. It’s Been Real.
Author: Nicole Henry
A Much Needed Smile
Remember, even on the craziest of days, a little shift in perspective can make all of the difference. … Read More A Much Needed Smile
Moderately Happy Thirtysomethings
Life is rough, and sometimes it just plain sucks, but we need to face it head on. So let’s get out there, moderately happy thirtysomethings, and take on the day!… Read More Moderately Happy Thirtysomethings
A New Take On The Modern Family
A family can be a group of people who come together simply because they all have love for the same child. Our family may not look like everyone else’s, but it works.… Read More A New Take On The Modern Family
Seize the Day, Make Memories, Touch the Whale Spit.
Suck the life out of every day. Leave no opportunity undone. Do things you are afraid to try. Just touch the whale spit!… Read More Seize the Day, Make Memories, Touch the Whale Spit.
Will You Eat My Yellow Starburst?: And Other Questions That I Hate
Anyone who knows me well knows that I hate my birthday. I do not know why I hate it, but I do. Even though I am very ok with not celebrating, people still insist on asking me what I want for gifts. This year, for my 30th birthday, I know exactly what I DON’T want. I do not want anyone to ask me these 10 things ever again…… Read More Will You Eat My Yellow Starburst?: And Other Questions That I Hate
Spray Tan, Hot Damn!
I asked friends about spray tans and whether or not they would actually work. Would I look good or like an Oompa Loompa? After a lot of quality advice I decided that the spray tan was a go.… Read More Spray Tan, Hot Damn!
Random Acts of Kindness
We live in a fast-paced world where we are expected to do a million different tasks not only quickly, but accurately. We get too little sleep, and have too many responsibilities, and we take far too little time for ourselves. This can leave people feeling overworked, underappreciated, and sometimes even depressed. Since our self care… Read More Random Acts of Kindness
A Day in the Life of a Fat Person
I am fat. I stand at 5’6 (and ½ )” and weigh anywhere between 230 and 240 pounds. If you want to get technical, and refer to the good ol’ BMI chart, I would fall into the extremely obese range. Is this something I am proud of, no, but is it something that I allow… Read More A Day in the Life of a Fat Person
A Letter From a Teacher to Parents
I am a teacher. This is a label that I wear with pride. I get up every morning and go into work so that I can give my all to the group of young people in my classroom. I am an educator. I teach children about reading, writing, and math. I also teach them about… Read More A Letter From a Teacher to Parents
CT Working Moms 