Short, funny essays about stay at home life – with dragons in the background.


What’s the coolest thing you’ve ever found (and kept)? I’m Monica—resident normal mom in a very not-normal family. My husband works in IT and just…

What part of your routine do you always try to skip if you can? I’m Monica—resident normal mom in a very not-normal family. My husband…

What is good about having a pet? Having a pet is one of those things everyone tells you is good for your mental health, and…

Name the most expensive personal item you’ve ever purchased (not your home or car). The most expensive personal thing I’ve ever bought for myself was…

I’m Birdie, a mom, writer, and lover of all things life-affirming, which is just code for ‘I’m a hot mess trying to survive on coffee and laughter’. I write about the transformative power of raising tiny humans, finding the silver lining in everyday challenges, and thriving through the small setbacks that make family life so rewardingly resilient.