Bunmi Laditan

I'm homeschooling again. Just like that. And possibly stress baking because I made around 40 muffins today as part of my months-long journey to find a healthy muffin that can be our staple. Muffins are our breakfast and snack around here. Our daily bread, if you will. I'm looking for one that isn't an undercover cupcake but also doesn't feel like some kind of sprouted punishment either. I like my muffins gluten-free. No one else in my family does. Hence 40 muffins. I'll save

Motherhood is crazy because you’re always doing so much better than you think you are. Like a million times better. Like everything is fine and you’re going to make it and your kids are actually ok but it feels like you’re semi-failing and the water is up to your chin. If I could go back to any stage of mom-hood from newborns to toddlers and beyond, I’d tell myself, “Relax. You’re doing great. Paper plates are fine. Fed is best even when it’s toast & cheese, nuggets, or boxed

Book mail! I have a new series of books coming out called David’s Diary about an elementary school kid who has a ton of heart and maybe an IEP. David’s the type to forget his backpack at home but go to war for a friend. He’s the kind of kid who forgot the history diorama was due (or existed) but can name 45 fun facts about black holes. That has to count for something. He and his best bud Nate (who hates ichy tags, foods touching, and small talk) learn together about friend