MeganBailey
Unfollow: Turning Off the Noise
Unfollow has become my favorite button.
Recently, I realized (for the hundredth time) how much time I actually spend on my phone. And I'm embarrassed about it.
Phones can be so addicting. I've set lots of...
5 Easy Ways to Fill Your Cup Everyday
I am a mom to an almost 2 year old child who is too smart for his own good. He is my greatest blessing, but he also exhausts me. I'm married to an engineer...
How Being Selfish in My 20s is Preparing Me to Be More Happy in...
In my 20s, I would categorize myself as having spent the majority of this decade being selfish. Now, let's not misunderstand, this was primarily because I was afforded the luxury of being able to...
Lessons Learned From My 2020 Growing Pains
"I came in like a wrecking ball"
I feel like if the year 2020 liked karaoke, he / she / they would sing this Miley Cyrus hit. I had so many plans in 2020 that...
Why I’m Not an Elf on the Shelf Mom
The beauty of the Christmas season brings joy & warmth every year.
This year, more than ever, I think we could use a hefty dose of both! This is my second Christmas season as a...
Things Your Middle Schoolers Actually Need to Know
I think we can all agree that middle school is such a tough age. There's a lot going on with this age group mentally, physically, and emotionally. As a middle school teacher, I've had...
I Already Have a Holiday Hangover
I already have a holiday hangover.
Every year it never fails: once the holidays are over, I am overcome with a sense of "holiday hangover." It's always so much going on in such a short...
Motherhood: I Lost and Found Myself Here
Motherhood is the place where I found myself.
Motherhood has completely changed who I am at my core. From the moment I saw that positive pregnancy my life got completely turned upside down. All the...
Talking with My Toddler: Building Character and Cultivating Confidence
Toddlers are my favorite.
Becoming a mom has changed my entire life and while I enjoyed the sweet baby days and newborn snuggles, I have to say that I LOVE being a toddler mom. I...
How I Survived Postpartum Depression
I was prepared for everything, except this.
When I was pregnant with my son I felt so prepared for everything. My pregnancy was a lot of fun and I felt great the entire 9 months....
Turning Dreams Into Plans
Have you ever doubted yourself?
If you're anything like me, you probably doubt yourself all the time. I constantly find myself in a cycle of thinking I'm not smart enough, good enough, savvy enough, etc....
What I Love About Virtual School: A Teacher’s Perspective
2020: The Year We Never Could Have Prepared For
I know many of us find ourselves having to be more flexible than ever this year, especially when it comes to our work-life balance and our...