I have been home alone the past couple of days and let me tell you, it has been FABULOUS! There's no mess, it's so quiet and I have so much free time. 10 of 10 would recommend.  Subscribe to the pod and hit that 5 star review button. And if you have time, send me a quick email to 5moreminutesWIVK@gmail.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

I learn more and more that Mother's Day can actually be a big bag of mixed emotions and uncomfortable feelings. Some might even experience multiple and conflicting emotions at the same time. This pod explores the complexity of Mother's Day. Happy Mother's Day to you mother's listening.  Hit that subscribe button for me and if you are feeling generous leave a 5 star review. I also love your emails, so shoot me one to 5moreminutesWIVK@gmail.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

The Met Gala is 1000% over the top. When you realize you are watching a circus it becomes much more enjoyable.  Subscribe to the pod and hit that 5 star review button! And send me your Met Gala hot takes, I want to read them all. My email address is 5moreminutesWIVK@gmail.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

My Dad is retiring today. I didn't realize how emotional about it I would be. I want to thank him for how hard he worked for our family. Of course I never properly appreciated his efforts when I was growing up. But now as an adult I can see what he did for us. Thank you Dad. I love you.  Subscribe to the pod, if you are new here I promise most of the pods are NOT this emotional. Hit that 5 star button if you are up in your feelings. And send me an email to 5moreminutesWIVK@gmail.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

I literally dozed off while editing this podcast. I was listening to a sleep expert recently and he said to optimize sleep and brain function you need to sleep later. I got really mad at that advice because DUH don't you think if we COULD sleep an extra 20 minutes everyday, we WOULD. I talk about that comment and how it stuck in my craw and go over my lack of sleep schedule. I would imagine most parents who work and have kids have similar non sleep schedules like mine.  If you have time, subscribe to pod! Your 5 star reviews keep me going. And your emails are always a delight. Keep them c ..read more

Before you buy something or go somewhere do you read the reviews? And do the reviews influence what you buy and where you go? Are reviews like old school "word of mouth" marketing? I can't seem to do anything anymore without reading reviews. HBU? Subscribe to the pod and hit that 5 star button. Yes I asked shamelessly for a review at the beginning of the pod. Sorry. You can also email me all of your feedback (good or bad) to 5moreminutesWIVK@gmail.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

Two Questions: Why is everything so expensive and will food prices ever go back down? Checking out at the grocery store has become an anxiety inducing task for me. I don't even wait and scan my meat last because I don't want to see my total go up $100 in 5 swipes. I can't handle the stress of it. Subscribe to the pod and hit that 5 star review button. I sure would appreciate it. Are you doing anything different shopping wise to battle these out of control prices? Let me know. Send me an email to 5moreminutesWIVK@gmail.com And if you feel generous here is the link to give to Second Harvest Food ..read more

Today was just your average Monday morning, until I looked at the calendar and started freaking out that it's almost May and that means it's almost summer break.  Subscribe to the pod and hit that 5 star review button! Send me your nanny applications and any pod feedback to 5moreminutesWIVK@gmail.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more

We planned a dream vacation a month ago and we still have another month before we actually go on it. I am currently experiencing Vacation Tunnel Vision. I am so preoccupied with every aspect of the vacation that I can't concentrate on anything else. I hope I don't sound like an a-hole on this pod. I just can't help it. The anticipation is holding my mind captive.  Subscribe to the pod and hit that 5 star button. It helps me get the word out about my podcast. Also if you love it please share it with your friends! I love your emails so keep them coming. I need to do some sort of mail bag fe ..read more

I cried real tears yesterday watching a cartoon with my kids. Bluey is the best television show for children in the history of television shows in my opinion. And it's pretty darn great for adults too. The level of depth from this family of four cartoon dogs will never cease to amaze me.  Subscribe to the pod and hit that 5 star button for me! And always feel free to reach out and tell me what you love and what you hate and what you want me to talk about next. My email address is 5moreminutesWIVK@gmail.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information ..read more