My father was a working man, toiling in the Ford factory for 33 years after his contribution to the military.  He often worked another job as well, usually involving his twin brother.  For a while it was a landscaping business, then they started to invest in rental property.  The first property was when we moved and my dad had the br...

This Mother’s Day, I want to celebrate all the moms and the individuals who have assumed “mother” roles out there. We are a diverse group with multiple identities. Whether you are a Professional mom, Expectant mom, First-time/New mom, Single mom, Non-traditional mom, At-home mom, Surrogate mom, Step mom, Adoptive mom, Grand mom, o...

For most new moms, reveling in the throes of the new baby love fest is expected. Rightfully so. There is a lot to celebrate. No doubt, your journey has been filled with many emotions and you have put forth a lot of effort toward the final destination –“baby on board”. During a time when it is expected that you experience the happy...