MeganBailey
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...
My Family’s Immigration Story
Let's talk about immigration...
The USCIS (U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services) has been the third person in my relationship from the get-go. And let me tell you, it can feel scary even when you've done...
School’s Out Forever … Maybe?
Ok, so first of all...WHAT?!
2020 has slapped us all in the face (maybe a little too hard). Just when we think things can't get any worse / weirder, it does. I will honestly admit,...
How the Enneagram Has Changed Me
So, what's the enneagram anyway?
For those of you who may be unfamiliar, the enneagram test is a personality test. It categorizes people into 9 different types: the reformer, the helper, the achiever, the individualist,...