KatieBeth
I am a single mom, social worker, fangirl (especially Harry Potter and Wonder Woman), proud Michigander, and amateur writer. I have two amazing children; Lily, who is four going on fourteen and Henry, my sweet smiling one and a half year old. I am learning that life doesn't have to be perfect to be wonderful.
Guide to Tree Lightings & Holiday Light Displays {In + Around Detroit}
Looking to share the magic of Holiday Lights with your little ones this season? We've rounded up the events closest to you, click below on your county and then scroll through to see all...
#metoo … And Probably You Too
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve been on Facebook and you’ve seen the swarm of women updating their status with #metoo. Some are sharing personal stories, some are sharing empowering quotes, and...
Day Out With Thomas: Top Five Tips to Maximize Your Fun!
Choo Choo! Thomas the Tank Engine has rolled into town at Crossroads Village and Huckleberry Railroad!
Perfect for little {and big!} train lovers, Day Out With Thomas, The Friendship Tour 2017 is a fun, family...
What to Give Any Mother This Mother’s Day
Acknowledgement.
Let me back this up for you. Take a minute. Think of a mother you know. Any mother. Whether it is your mother, wife, grandmother, girlfriend, friend, sister, cousin, niece, daughter, or (for whatever...
DMB’s Top 7 Non-Toy Gift Ideas
I can't be the only mom who is overwhelmed with, not only the amount of toys my kids already have, but the toys they are asking for for Christmas. Don't get me wrong, I...
You Shouldn’t Ask
I walked into her office. This woman who I interact with a handful of times throughout the year. Most recently a week ago. when we spoke for about an hour. This time I had...
Tonight I Cried (Confessions from a Single Mom)
Tonight I walked upstairs and as soon as I walked in my bedroom, I broke down. There, lying on my bed, was a pile of my daughter’s toys. We played with these toys earlier...
Minivan Mama For Life!
5 Reasons a Minivan is the Right Choice for Your Family
The love of my life. My heart beats for you. My soulmate. My everything. You are every bit of perfect as I imagined. I...
Embracing My “Mom Flaws”
Last week, the stars aligned, and by the grace of all that is good, I was blessed with 10 whole minutes of alone time!
My intention was to put away laundry, do the dishes, pick...
Have You Considered Foster Care?
May is National Foster Care Month. It is one month out of twelve that we bring awareness to youths who are a part of the child welfare system. Right now, there are over 13,000 children...