Emmie Croxford
Emmie Croxford is a single mom to three amazing boys: Hunter, Ryder, and Ben. With two boys on the autism spectrum, every day is an adventure. Emmie was an original founder of comedy troupe, Jester's Ink, and has toured throughout the country empowering women through comedy as well as providing various workshops in the corporate and non-profit sector for over 2 decades. She is currently working on her book, “Life of a Messy Mom.”
Finding Forty – It Isn’t All Wrinkle Creams and Hair Dye
Today is my birthday. And like on most birthdays I sit and reflect on my previous year and contemplate the year before. Folks may do this on New Year’s Eve, but as I like...
Celebrating the Single Parent – 8 Everyday Ways to Show You Care
March 21 is National Single Parents Day. In 1984, President Reagan issued a proclamation declaring the day to recognize the effort of our nations single parents. And while most of us will tell you...
When a Doctor Visit is Anything but Routine, Try a Dose of Honesty for...
For many of us, it’s a part of a routine visit when going for our yearly physical at our doctor’s offices and yet for most of us it’s the part of the visit that...
A Single Mom’s Guide to Valentine’s Day
As a single mom of three boys, Valentine’s Day holds an interesting place in my heart.
Torn between completely hating the day and thinking there are so many important lessons my boys can learn on...
A Mom’s Guide to the Winter Games
Growing up, the Olympics were a time to celebrate. At my house, there was not even the possibility of changing the channel: it was round the clock coverage. From the Opening Ceremonies, the events...
Last Minute Halloween Costumes
Growing up in the mountains of upstate New York, I looked forward to everything fall. Falling leaves, brisk air, cider mills, apple picking, pumpkin patches and, of course, picking out my annual Halloween costume.
The...