“Motherhood is a challenging journey where we create and recreate our children while also developing ourself” – Christine Martinello. What do you do? Before kids, this question was so easy to answer. “I’m a corporate trainer, a student, or a marketing executive.” – whatever my latest career title was shared. After kids, it’s a more challenging question to answer –because we do so much! I mean, do I answer, I’m a diaper changer (is that a real profession?), a psychologist, a referree, a decorator, a chauffer, etc? The list could go on... (Read More ...)

“Where would you like to go, to the 6 ft, 5 ft. or 3.6 feet part of the pool?” My 9 yr. old son asked his 11 yr old sister. It was a hot summer day and my daughter was lounging on a raft pondering her future direction. She wanted her brother to take her for a raft ride. “How much will it cost me to go to the 3.6 ft area?” she asks. “$500,000? he replies, dollar signs ringing in his eyes. “What? No way. How about I give you $200,000 instead?” “OK, it’s a deal.” he says. She asks, “Do you accept credit cards?” “Sure —... (Read More ...)