Meredith Mousa
¡Hola! I’m Meredith. I have lived in Knoxville most of my life and I am proud to call it home – Go VOLS! I’m a mom to 9-year-old Hunter and 6-year-old Sophia. They keep my husband and I super busy but certainly make our lives interesting and adventurous. I used to be the type of person who had to plan everything out, but once I became a mom, I had to let go of that and learn to go with the flow, which is actually much more fun and exciting. In addition to being a mom, I’m a high school Spanish teacher. I also enjoy traveling and exploring new places.
Back to School In Our New Reality
Everyone has an opinion about the reopening of schools amid the pandemic, but I think we can all agree on a few things: 1. We want our kids to return to school. 2. The...
Sunglasses, Sunscreen, and Swimsuits: My Top Summer Picks
I think that given the circumstances so far this year, everyone is looking for an excuse to be outside for some fun in the sun. Whether you are headed to the pool, lake, beach,...
How Young is Too Young for a Child to Have a Social Media Account?
Kids today have access to way too much information right at their fingertips, and they must be protected. One of the most popular ways that the younger generation gets their information is through social...
Avoiding the Quarantine 15
After being home two weeks into the quarantine and only wearing sweatpants, leggings, and pajamas, I decided to put on a pair of jeans. They were tight. I was in tears. It is a...
The Day My Son’s Permanent Tooth Got Knocked Out
Like most kids, mine are very active, so it's inevitable that accident will occur. This is what happened to my son and this is what you should do if it ever happens to your...
Five Must-Have Items for Busy Moms
Once becoming a mom, it seems that life never slows down and you are constantly on the go. This holds true for moms who stay at home as well as moms who have jobs...
Help…My Kids Have Too Much Stuff!
Like most people, after the new year, I decided to clean and organize our house. This year, I would like to minimalize so I suppose you can call it somewhat of a new year's...
Behind the Scenes of the Dreaded Family Photo Shoot
I love taking pictures. I especially love taking pictures of my kids and pictures of tourist attractions when I travel. I once even considered taking photography classes so I could become a professional photographer...
Is it Possible to be a Good Teacher and a Good Mom?
I have two jobs. I am a teacher and a mom. I love my job and I love my family, but the teacher mom struggle is real. On any given school day, I either...
Tailgating with Kids: Yes or No?
Football season is finally upon us! If you grew up in the South, there is nothing quite like tailgating with friends on Saturdays, especially in Knoxville. But what happens when you have to take...
Parents with Kids in Sports: Chill Out!
I grew up around sports. Everyone in my family played sports when they were kids, my parents watched sports on TV, and we always attended sporting events together. When I moved to Knoxville as...
Why I Don’t Feel Guilty for Traveling Without my Kids
I love to travel and I love my kids, but sometimes it's easier and less stressful to travel without them. Don't get me wrong; my husband and I take our kids lots of places....