Category Family

How I Use AI to Protect My Mental Energy

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AI is not about efficiency alone. For me, it is about reducing cognitive load. Fewer Blank Pages Starting from scratch drains energy. Whether it is:A meal plan.A blog outline.A weekly schedule. AI gives me a draft. I refine it. That…

Using AI to Prepare to Send a Kid to College

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This season is logistical. And emotional. AI can help with both. Compare Schools Clearly “Create a comparison chart for these three colleges, including tuition, housing, program strengths, and distance from home.” Clarity reduces overwhelm. Build a Financial Overview “Estimate the…

How To Use AI to Finally Get a Realistic Budget

Money can feel overwhelming. Not because we do not understand it, but because it requires time, attention, and emotional energy. Most of us are juggling work, kids, groceries, appointments, and trying to remember if we paid the electric bill. AI…

The One Behind the Camera

I noticed something the other day while scrolling through my phone. It was not anything dramatic or surprising, just quietly obvious once I saw it. There are very few photos or videos of me. There are tons of them of…

Austin Turns 7!

I cannot believe that another year has gone by and that Austin is now 7. I look back through videos and wonder where that baby face, dimply smile, and adorable baby babble have gone. I know it’s cliché, but it’s…

Christmas 2025: So much Fun

I love Christmas. It’s my favorite holiday. Though there’s so much to do and prepare for, it really is a magical time of the year. This year was no exception. Getting Ready for Christmas Leading up to Christmas is such…

The Mental Load of Working Mothers

There is a list that lives in your head at all times. Permission slips. Dentist appointments. When the dog needs shots. Who outgrew their shoes. Whether there is milk. The mental load is not just tasks. It is constant tracking.…