Jen Blanton
Jen Blanton was born into a musical family between Baltimore and Annapolis, MD. She studied classical voice at two of the top conservatories in the world, performing on stages in front of 3,000+ people at a time. A career-ending injury to her sternum forced her to pivot and lean into her other passion. She owns FAME Performing Arts and Encore Music Hall in Mt. Pleasant. Jen is a breast cancer survivor and a very determined person, constantly striving to get the most out of life. She prioritizes spending time with family, traveling, and business continuing education.
Why We Should Love Aging Instead of Fearing It
Ladies, let's talk about the elephant in the room, or should I say, the wrinkle on our forehead? In today's society, it feels like everywhere we turn, there's a billboard shouting at us to...
The Myth of Supermom: Embracing Imperfection With Grace
Hey, Marvelous Moms!
Picture this: It's Monday morning. If you're lucky, you're sipping your coffee, trying to summon the energy to conquer the day while simultaneously ensuring everyone in your household is ready to tackle...
2014: The Year of the Mommy Swap Groups
Ah, the wild wild west of 2014 — the mommy swap groups. Facebook swap groups reigned supreme, and moms became the ultimate digital hustlers.
Picture it: you post your item for the right price and...
What We Can Learn From Other Cultures About Elderly Care and Dying
I got a text from my brother on a Thursday evening that my dad was admitted to the hospital, again. The next day the text said, "This is the best he's going to be,...
Solo Trips With Kids: Exploring the World With Each Child, No Matter the Budget
Our most valuable resource is time. Time with children is even more finite; the window to have them all to yourself is short!
While family vacations are memorable, there's something truly special about taking solo...
How to Help Your Child Deal With Disappointing News
Sometimes, life can bring us news that makes us feel sad or disappointed. Every year I send out an email to parents about how to navigate the news of their child not being cast...
Expanding Our Horizons: Exploring Other Religious Holidays With Our Family
Hey there, curious explorers! Are you ready for a fascinating journey into the world of diverse cultures and traditions? Today, we're going to talk about how we can learn and appreciate different religious holidays...
A Fresh Take: Top 10 New Thanksgiving Traditions for the Family
As Thanksgiving break approaches, many families find themselves falling into the same old routines year after year. The familiar traditions of turkey dinners and football games are comforting, but why not spice things up...
The Top 5 Best Home Organization Tools
I don't know about you, but keeping the house in a functional state, not even visitor-worthy, but organized enough to function is a challenge for our family of six. I've discovered that it's important...
The Illusion of Balance: Unveiling the Facade for Working Moms
In today's fast-paced and demanding world, finding a harmonious balance between work and personal life has become an elusive goal for many individuals. While this struggle applies to both men and women, it is...