VS Grenier ~ Award-Winning Author, Speaker & Podcaster

Hello again, dear readers! It's lovely to reconnect after a brief pause in my blogging journey. Life's twists and turns often surprise us, and in my case, a malfunctioning AC prevented me from utilizing my home office for writing. But, as seasons change, so do our circumstances, and I'm excited to continue our discussions on self-care, personal growth, and the art of balancing life's demands. With school resuming for my kids and the midpoint of my current course session, let's delve into how we navigate challenges and embrace growth during these dynamic times. Adjusting to Back-to-School Season: Nurturing a Supportive Environment for Our Kids As we transition into a new school year, palpable energy fills the air – a mix of anticipation, excitement, and maybe a hint of nerves. Back-to-school season is a time of adjusting rhythms and routines for parents and children. In my role as a mom, I find myself reflecting on the importance of creating a supportive and nurturin

I don’t know about other writers with kids at home, but I’m ready for school to start. Trying to get anything done lately has been well…let’s just say, my personal writing and blogging is taking a very big backseat to everything else.  It’s funny because the reason I started this blog was to 1) get myself writing again after having my baby girl over a year ago and 2) share with all of you who write with kids at home that you’re not alone in trying to balance it all. So here, I am writing about how I am having trouble with the balancing act this summer. The irony of it all. Well it’s not as if I thought I was perfect. Heck, I laugh half the time and cry the other half when I get emails from fellow writers commenting, “Virginia, you amaze me. I just don’t know how you do it all.” In truth…neither do I. I do have to say I am lucky to have the support of many fellow writers, known as the SFC Team, helping me out. I also have partnered with some great writers as well. They give me support