Getting engaged to the love of your life starts the clock at one of the most memorable and exciting times in your life. The time that you spend engaged is a time when you get to know a great deal more about one another. It also gives you the chance to collaborate on the plans…
Author: Pragmatic Mom
Ways to Make Your Proposal More Personalized
The concept of getting down on one knee and proposing marriage is one that is rife with tradition. It is a pivotal moment for a couple as they agree to take two lives and make them into one and embark on the next phase of their relationship together. I remember when my husband proposed. We…
How Much Money is Too Much Money for College?
If you are going to college, you probably already know that education is quite expensive. It’s not just tuition — there are many other costs, especially if you’re living away from home for the first time. What is the best way to deal with these costs? First, you have to inquire about the real cost…
A Brief Guide to Creating a More Natural Look
While there is nothing wrong with going glam from time to time, it can be nice to take things down a bit for your standard look and aim for a more natural style. I opted for a minimalist makeup look for my wedding day! Opting for a more natural look can be a great way…
5 Reasons Why Math Literacy Matters in Today’s World
It’s a common phrase that we all have heard or even used when we were in school. “I’m never going to use this. Why do I need to learn it?” This phrase has been especially common in many math classes over the years during algebra and geometry classes. However, as we grow older and we…
I’m in the Boston Globe! Families share 4 lessons learned from pandemic parenting
I’m thrilled to be included in the Boston Globe in this article on pandemic parenting. Families share 4 lessons learned from pandemic parenting As life starts returning to normal, parents reflect on the old routines and priorities they’re reconsidering. My portion: Mia Wenjen of Newton, Mass., a parent of three children, ages 16, 19, 21,…
Halloween Multicultural Children’s Book Club & GIVEAWAY!
Please join me for our fourth Multicultural Children’s Book Club. We host a FREE multicultural children’s picture book virtual book club on the first Thursday of every month from 7 pm to 8 pm EST. October’s event will be held on October 7th and we are celebrating Halloween using Boo Stew by Donna L. Washington,…







