As a mother, I feel an innate connection to other mothers and a great responsibility to connect with and support them. Which is why when I was invited to attend a Comcast event in support of Autism Awareness Month I was excited about the opportunity. I knew I would learn new things and be surrounded by incredible parents which always helps when you’re feeling like you need some inspiration.I realized after an evening with Comcast that the X1 system provides a peace of mind for parents. As I’m going through right now, with my own children and all the ups and downs, life is stressful. I think all parents, not just those with children who have Autism can agree that any tool or technology that aids in making life just a little bit easier is valuable.

Do you ever have those moments where you just stop and think," Wow, how did I get here?" It doesn't have to be a big dramatic event, just an ordinary life experience that is the culmination of many small moments, built upon each other, year after year... taking you to where you are right here, right now. 

I often refer to last summer as the mass exodus. Not one, not two, not three, but many, MANY of our closest friends left our little neighborhood to move to the suburbs. I think when you live in the city it's inevitable that people make the transition to the 'burbs,' especially when their children get closer to school age. But I was shell shocked when quite literally all of my friends, who felt like family, and then some, were suddenly leaving, all at once. 

Let me guess... You're reading this post because you take barre (or workout) classes all the time. You daydream about a job were you can wear workout gear and move your body freely instead of being stuck behind a desk. You want to inspire others. You'd love to lead a classroom of eager students. BUT (because there's always a but) you're nervous. You're not sure if you're good enough. You're worried you'll pay to get certified and then not get a job and not make any money. You are shy. Well, I'm here to tell you that YOU CAN.

For many years (well, since the dawn of my social media accounts) I've been keeping a secret from you all. I won't call it a lie. You'll see why. But I do have a confession to make. It's about my husband, otherwise known as #ChefBoomer. Well guys, he's not actually a chef. 

We now have just ONE WEEK under our belts and you guys have literally blown me away! Classes have been filling up, with over 100 people registered on my site!!! WHAT!?! The vibe during each bootcamp is more than I could have imagined. Pilates on the grass under the summer sun. Boston lurking in the skyline. Early mornings with crisp, cool air while we breathe in our day and lengthen our bodies and minds.

Just a few weeks ago I did something for the first time. I modeled clothing. Not Nike sports bras and sneakers but I'm talking dresses, stilettos and jewels. I kept thinking to myself, "Who do I think I am? I'm no model." And you know what I am NO model! (And that's not just because I'm like a foot too short.) But I didn't let that stop me. I did it and lived to talk about it with you...

True story... today I was scrolling through Instagram while the boys napped. Image after image people were doing some pretty awesome things. Many were fitness folks I know, riding the waves of success and accomplishing major goals. It's hard not to feel a bit of jealousy. FOMU is real.

Recently I had the opportunity to work with Janelle Carmela Photography on a motherhood project. Janelle and I had never met before but we corresponded over email for several weeks leading up to our shoot date. I was really apprehensive about how the experience would play out. Life lately at our house has been chaotic, stressful and in my mind, it's rarely pretty. Two children under three, a 70 pound wild woman dog and two working parents doesn't equate for a photo shoot worthy situation. Or so I thought. 

My initial response to trying new things is usually to think no. No, I can't do that. No, that won't work. No, I'm not good enough. Some of you may be surprised to learn that I always have this subtle case of internal anxiety. I've just gotten really good at controlling it. Through the years I've learned if there's something I'm nervous or afraid of then that usually means I have to do it.

Today I wanted to share a fun interview I did with Kate, the owner of Mockingbird Store in Charlestown.

Recently I sat down to answer a series of interview questions for my friend Lucie Wicker who started a blog series called #FitMomTalks. It was so rewarding to take the time to share my thoughts. I hope you enjoy reading. 

This photo is my life. It feels like each morning I put on my heavy superhero cape. It has so many layers. Woman. Wife. Mama. Instructor. Influencer. Student.  Lately I feel most like the student.  I'm learning as I go. Winging it and hoping that I don't drop anything or anyone along the way.

As this year continues to spin to a close, I'm so excited to share some schedule announcements. Motherhood is amazingly wonderful (and equal parts exhausting) so I've taken my time being selective on what I can reasonably handle right now with an almost four month old and toddler at home.  I certainly have more up my sleeve for 2017, but here a few things to get you pumped for now...

Do you have Halloween plans yet? Come join me and my family this Sunday, October 30th at the Prudential Center for PRUBOO - a family friendly morning of trick-or-treating and more! Event is open to everyone. Trick-or-treating bags cost $4 and benefit Horizons For Homeless Children. 

I'm back in action! I will be returning to Equinox and North End Yoga in the next few weeks and ending 2016 with three regular weekly classes and three upcoming special event workshops! I'm SO ready to get back to teaching and to see all of my incredible students. I've missed you so. 

"Being a mother is discovering strengths you didn't know you had and dealing with fears you never knew existed."  I thought I was prepared for baby #2 but I had no idea what my reality would actually be like. 

On Saturday, September 3rd at 5:54pm my family and I welcomed Maddox Masashi Boomer into the world. We call him Max. He is serious yet sweet and oh so hairy. This is his story...