May Your Christmas Be “BIG”

*Updated from a 2022 Lauren’s Law blog and Severna Park Voice column Since moving back to Severna Park a few years ago, there’s one childhood memory that I’ve especially loved reliving with my family: picking out a Christmas tree at Earleigh Heights Volunteer Fire Company. I can still envision the giant, blown-up Frosty in allContinueContinue reading “May Your Christmas Be “BIG””

Toddler Time

It’s been a minute since I’ve posted. Okay, way longer than that—two-plus months, to be exact. While I’m grateful to be busy with other writing projects, I’m blaming another reason. Toddler Time. No, I’m not talking about storytime or gymnastics for little tykes. Rather, it’s the pace (and way) that toddlers move. How they live. ToddlerContinueContinue reading “Toddler Time”

Lauren’s Law: Prank Wars

Recently, a group of gals and I started reminiscing on pranks. With April Fool’s Day in sight, I’m sharing my favorites, plus a warning. Watch. Your. Back. As part of the generation that grew up watching Ashton Kutcher’s Punk’d and epic hidden camera moments with Justin Timberlake and Beyoncé, pranking was a fundamental part ofContinueContinue reading “Lauren’s Law: Prank Wars”

Best Books for your Little Loves

Not to be cliché, but I love Valentine’s Day. My loyal readers know it’s my favorite holiday. As a mom and author, my preferred way to celebrate the holiday is gifting books to my three daughters. Of course, with candy and cards too. Every year, I (ahem, my husband) takes down a heavy box ofContinueContinue reading “Best Books for your Little Loves”

Wedding Tales

Anyone who knows me well, knows that Valentine’s Day is my favorite holiday. As a kid, I was obsessed with making heart-covered paper mailboxes and exchanging cards and candy with classmates. As I got older, I loved the Romantic Comedies, better known as Rom Coms for us true fans. In the spirit of a greatContinueContinue reading “Wedding Tales”

Lauren’s Law: Looking Back at 2022 and Forward to 2023

Full disclosure, I’m nine months pregnant. So, I’m slightly phoning it in and reminiscing about some of my favorite Lauren’s Law blogs from 2022. And, before officially turning a page to 2023, I’ve also shared bonus stories and thoughts on these favorite topics.Right out of the gate, I’m jumping into April’s National Siblings Day articleContinueContinue reading “Lauren’s Law: Looking Back at 2022 and Forward to 2023”

Halloween Costume Hoopla

It’s officially spooky season.  Like many, I live for over-the-top Halloween costumes. As I rack my brain for what I’ll force (or possibly trick in the spirit of the season) my family into wearing to appease my childhood heart, I’m taking a moment to walk down memory lane. I’m revisiting some of my favorite HalloweenContinueContinue reading Halloween Costume Hoopla