I've been a writer for over 20 years, and my work has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Real Simple, Parents, and elsewhere.

I'm the author of Parent Hacks: 134 Genius Shortcuts for Life With Kids, an illustrated gift book that highlights the best clever tips collected on my 10+ year-old blog.

I'm also the co-author (with Christine Koh) of Minimalist Parenting: Enjoy Modern Family Life More by Doing Less.

Christine and I also co-host Edit Your Life, a weekly podcast about making room for what's important in your life.

I live in Portland with my husband, 16 year-old son, and 12 year-old daughter.

I believe people are generally good, smart, and generous. I do my best to share that message every day.

Photo credit: Karen Walrond