Kendra Germenis
10 Family Road Trip Ideas Within 10 Hours of Austin
There are so many attainable family road trips from Austin that you can take, including some you may have not thought of, so you can skip the airport and still have a fun vacation....
The Family Gap Plan, Inspired by Brene Brown
I pretty much consume any content by Brene Brown, #noshame. Her work on shame, vulnerability and whole-hearted living is game-changing - research-based, easy-to-understand, and universally relatable. If you have no idea who I’m talking...
Reality set in the day my husband quit his job
Reality set in the day my husband quit his job. Last year I wrote an article called “Equal Career Partners, Unequal Parenting Responsibilities.” When I wrote it I was frustrated by my career-parenting load,...
Best Ice Cream Shops in Austin to celebrate National Ice Cream Day
Hey, ice cream lovers! It’s National Ice Cream Day, and we’re lucky to have some of the best frozen treats here in Austin. Texas heat + ice cream… yes, please.
Below are some of the...
What to Expect at the Hospital with Your Kid During COVID-19
So, we’re in the middle of a pandemic and not only do you have to make a visit to the ER with your child, but you now learn he or she has to be...
Gosh, I Miss My Family During These Times
There are many upsides, oddly, to the COVID-19 quarantine. Among them, slowing down to appreciate, soak in and spend time with your family. But what that memo is missing is... the rest of your...
10 Positives During These Uncertain Times of COVID-19
I don’t have to elaborate much to explain why these times are uncertain. Coronavirus - a worldwide pandemic that has flipped the world upside down.
Many workers now clock in from home. Most students and...
Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Downtown Austin
If you’re a parent, there is a good chance your enjoyment of the Austin scene - everything you love about this city - looks a little different these days. And if you’re a parent...
I Want Less Out Of 2020
We spend our whole lives seemingly wanting more.
More money. More travel. More space. More stuff. More friends. More activities. More EVERYTHING.
Well, I’m just about burnt out on MORE.
For 2020, I want LESS.
I want less...
Hey Pumping, Working Mom, You Get a Gold Star
It’s baby round 2, pumping round 2. With my first, I was an exclusive pumper (EP). This next round, I was able to nurse. Now that I’m back at work, however, I’m basically back...