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Dear younger me… Never mind. But since I can’t write to younger me, Dear single moms of today.

Hey there, awesome readers! At a recent book signing for SUPERWOMAN: A Funny and Reflective Look at Single Motherhood, I remember catching a glimpse of a man hovering near my table, his eyes narrowing as he studied the bold title of SUPERWOMAN on the table banner. In that moment, I was deep in conversation with […]

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I was eaten by zombies. And enjoyed their every mouthful.

Welcome back, awesome readers! First, a question: I’m 59 years old. Yes, I know. That’s not a question. Can’t pull one over on you, can I? Oops. Ignore. That wasn’t the question. THE QUESTION: What is a 59-year-old? Middle-aged? Considered a senior? Old enough to know better? I’m asking because recently we went to one […]

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10 things nobody tells you about adulting… Until it’s too late.

Welcome back, awesome readers! First time here? Well then. Simply, WELCOME! If you’re anything like me, you know what it is to grow up fantasizing about what it will be like when you finally get to be an adult. For me back then, one word summed it all up: Freedom. Basically, doing what you want, […]

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Vampires, serial killers, and sleep deprivation. What’s next in my writing journey?

Well, hello there, awesome readers! First off, thanks again to everyone who came to my book signing for SUPERWOMAN: A Funny and Reflective Look at Single Motherhood. It was great to see your lovely faces and please know that your support means so much to me. Teaming up with a local non-profit was truly a […]

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My great sourdough experiment. In retrospect, I should have known better.

Well, hellloooo there, awesome readers! Have you heard about the sourdough craze? In case you’ve been blissfully unaware, it’s not just about baking bread. It’s a needy (see what I did there?), bubbling pet that takes up permanent residence on your kitchen counter. Yes, you read that right. A pet made of flour that you […]

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Back-to-School Hacks for the Savvy Single Mom

Hey there, awesome readers! Some people call it “the most wonderful time of the year.” Others refer to it as “the most stressful time of the year.” That’s right. I’m talking about back-to-school. When the lazy days of summer end and we return to the routine of everyday life. Alarm clocks. Lunches to prepare. Homework. […]

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5 Tips for Single Moms Facing a Financial Sh*tshow

Hey there, awesome readers! I recently created a poll in the Single Moms with Moxie Facebook group, asking “What is (or was) your biggest challenge as a single parent?” The options were: The winner? Number 1, Juggling finances. And I have to say, I’m not surprised. When you’re a single mother, money and finances are […]

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Confessions of a pandemic-shaped human

Hey there, awesome readers! Wait. That exclamation point has no business being there. Don’t get me wrong. I AM happy to be “here”, talking to you. But I just looked in the mirror and I feel anything BUT excited at the moment. I blame covid. For context, let me take you back a few years. […]

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Single Mom Speaks Out and Busts Myths About Solo Parenting

When I first became a single mom, it was by choice. Just so we’re clear, it wasn’t what I had planned for myself. There’s a difference. As it turned out, the man I had children with (also known as Mr. What-Was-I-Thinking) wasn’t as committed to our “family” as he should have been. In his defense, […]

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Navigating the Storm: A Parent’s Guide to Toddler Tantrums

Hey there, awesome readers! When I was pregnant, eagerly awaiting the birth of my first child, I had a vision of what my life would be like as a parent. Basically, it went something like what girls are made of: Sugar and spice and everything nice. (I was expecting a girl.) Yes, I had heard […]

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