Lyssa Zimmerman

Why I Have a No Sleepover Policy

Growing up, I had a love/hate relationship with sleepovers. I remember feeling anxious thinking I was missing out on time with friends if I...

Our Water Fast Experience

Author's note: I am not a health professional and what I've written is not professional health advice. I am simply sharing my experience with...

Disney Cruise: Is It Worth It?

In our 15 years of marriage, we have never gone on a family vacation that didn't involve other events tied to it, like a...

Let’s Stop Assuming

“You should never assume. You know what happens when you assume. You make an ass out of you and me because that's how it's...

Adjust Your Perspective

As we face the realities of life after Christmas break, I always look back on how fast time went by. I loved the freedom...

My Sugar Cookie Holiday Tradition

  If you know me well, you know that I try to take care of my body, whether it's through exercise or food. But when...

I Used to Care

A few months ago, while I was at the park with my kids, I found myself watching another mom interacting with her child. I...