Author Archives: Stephanie O'Farrell

There are a few tips that I always give to new moms asking for advice. Note, the asking piece is important. We have all fallen victim to that unsolicited advice from a co-worker or a stranger while in...

I am not the type of person to hang on to things for sentimental reasons. I toss Christmas cards from friends and family on December 26, I don't have a room overflowing with crafts my kids made in pre...

Tis the season right now for all things related to change, resolutions, a better version of you. Most forms of media right now are completely focused on pushing miracle ways for 2024 to be the year th...

Before I can begin to reflect on this year and look to what goals or intentions I want to set for 2024, I have to first quite literally pack up 2023. I love decorating my house for Christmas. Some may...

My 13-year-old son came home from a birthday party the other day raving about the chocolate dessert his friend's mom had made. I texted her asking for the recipe. Her response was perfect for someone ...

My 13-year old officially graduated from wanting to make gingerbread houses this season. I was not heartbroken because I don't love the process. A wall or door always crumbles down, someone gets frust...

Each year on Thanksgiving Eve, I send my husband to the post office to mail out our Christmas cards. We always do family photos in the Fall and I promptly order our holiday cards and ensure my labels ...

Tis the season to rejoice and to spread good cheer. For some, that could include showing appreciation and love with gifts. It is common this time of year to start thinking about an end of year gift fo...

I recently took a class through work on leadership and the instructor mentioned that the average person processes 50,000 thoughts a day. I had never stopped to think about what number I thought would ...

My kids are past the age of believing in Santa. We made the choice when they were young to do the whole Santa and the north pole magic. It was something we contemplated for many reasons. I still recal...