As the summer is about to kick off, I’ve had an idea to pop in every other week and share a story from “Mom-Land.” I’m hoping to write every week this summer, even as my kids are out of school, so this is a way to drop in with something quick to make you laugh or cry and to stay connected. I would love for you to share stories about your kids in the comments too! Let’s grow this community and help each other feel seen and valued, even in the crazy days of summer with all the fun adventures and stress of losing our regular rhythms. I’m also about to use paywalls a few times a month and hoping more of you will become paid subscribers. It only costs about one cappuccino a month and would allow me to quit my day job. (Just kidding! But it would help support this work and maybe pay for some diapers.)
Here’s my first story: The Peach
The other night a…



