I was compensated by Med-IQ through an educational grant from Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. and Lundbeck to write about depression in teens and college-aged students. All opinions are my own. If I asked you to describe today’s modern American teenager, you’d easily be able to say that they’re an eye rolling, stubborn, back-talking, self-obsessed generation…
A Mental Health Checklist for Your Soon to Be College Freshman- This is What They Need to Know Before They Leave
Lists. Lists. Lists. And more lists! The summer before your child leaves for their freshman year of college, you will find most of your time is spent making lists. There are lists of all the questions you want to ask at parent orientation. There are lists of financial aid forms to complete, and…
My 11 Summer Book Picks That Are Perfect for Vacation Reading
Need something to read this summer? I’ve got your list right here! A little mystery, some thriller, a tad of romance, there is something here for everyone. Grab your library card or your Amazon account, and start reading! The Husband Hour by Jamie Brenner Definite beach read chick lit material, this novel takes place on…
My 2019 Summer Books Reading List/Beach Reads is Here!
Ahhhhh summer!!!!! When we can finally exhale with relief for a few minutes from the chaos of the school year, and maybe grab a minute or two for ourselves to read a book! And book lovers I’ve got some goods ones for you- from thrillers to chick lit, and even a cookbook or two! So…
The 5 Stages of Christmas Eve Toy Assembly
Twas the Night Before Christmas The kids finally asleep And the hour when all parents have to dig really deep. It is the night where you’ll make memories you later will tell For moms and dads worldwide have entered Little Tikes hell While you’re wishing for mistletoe to get in the mood Instead you are…
“I Cannot Possibly Do This Again,” said the Mother of the Wild Things
*Post written by: Jennifer Thompson, www.trulyyoursjen.com I feel like the suburban mom version of Eminem in the movie 8 Mile. “His palms are sweaty, knees weak, arms are heavy There’s vomit on his sweater already, mom’s spaghetti He’s nervous, but on the surface he looks calm and ready to drop bombs, But he keeps on…