Archive - Making it Work

Bonus Recs #7: 11 household objects I wholeheartedly endorse

While my kids have been at camp, my most enthusiastic summer activity is actively getting rid of all the stuff the kids have hoarded, been gifted, or…

Jul 10 •

We all have a kid in those camp photos

The heartbreak of untethered power

Jul 8 •

June 2025

Scenes from sleepaway camp drop-off

Dripping with anticipation, overwhelmed by reality

Jun 30 •

Bonus Recs #6: Let's talk about tennis

Favorite gear, my racquet pick, and enjoyable tennis media

Jun 23 •

Two broken arms

A dramatic coda to the school year

Jun 17 •

Bonus Recs #5: Best Picture Books

The children's books I never stop thinking about

Jun 9 •

The Costs of Living

Sorry, kids, we're not millionaires

Jun 2 •

May 2025

April 2025

Too weary to say no

Too weary from saying yes

Apr 29 •

Bonus Recs #2: Kids Clothing Edition

Korean boutiques, resale lifestyle, and pattern all over

Apr 22 •

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