These Things Changed my Life in 2025
These Things Changed my Life in 2025… Realistic Recap incoming: I didn’t chase big breakthroughs this year. 2025 was stitched together with better habits, tiny changes, and an abundance of micro-moments that actually mattered. None of it was flashy, but all of it was quietly powerful in the way only real life can be. These ten things helped shape my entire year, and I’m handing them to you like a casserole on your porch because I want good things for you too. May they land exactly where & when you need them.
The Season of Sanity! A Holiday Manifesto for Women Who Are Done Doing the Most
Somewhere along the line, we turned “holiday magic” into a competitive sport. We, us-good-hearted, Pinterest-haunted, try-hard women, will be out here running full production schedules for six straight weeks: lighting, wrapping, cooking, hosting, memory-making, and pretending to love it all while slowly frying inside.
We are awake. We are paying attention.
This week, in the middle of a chaotic day of emails, family emergencies, and the looming dread of another news cycle, I stopped the spiraling & set it all down for a bit.
Sanity Savers from Adult Show & Tell with Indy Maven
We had an amazing time at Adult Show & Tell with Indy Maven. Fabulous women from around Indy brought their favorite items to share with the group. We've compiled a list for you of Insomnia Mom & Indy Maven's most beloved Sanity Savers! *see links below
Hiring Help: a Decision of Wisdom, not Wealth
When most people hear the word assistant, they imagine that only CEOs, influencers, or women from The Real Housewives would hire one. They definitely have a high-powered career, a luxury home, a nanny, and a chef. And it's true, some of our clients have one (or all) of those things.
Back-to-school season has arrived!
Back-to-school season has arrived, and if you’re anything like me, it brings a swirl of mixed emotions. There’s that undeniable pang as you watch your kids shoulder their backpacks and head into new classrooms. A little taller, a little braver than last year. The house feels quieter without their chatter, the kitchen doesn’t need constant snacks, and you might catch yourself glancing at the clock, wondering how their day is going.
Vikki's R.E.A.L.I.T.Y This week!
Vikki's Acronym - R.E.A.L.I.T.Y - Highlights what she's
Reading, Eating, Admiring, Listening to, Improving, TV Obsession, Your Next Move!
Check it out!
Out of Office, Out of Excuses! How I Finally Took the Trip & My Own Advice!
Newsflash, I am not an avid vacationer. Not because I don't enjoy a change of scenery, a glimpse into another culture, or sampling new cuisine. And I'm definitely not vacation averse, as I’m always game for a 3 day girls trip or a long weekend with the family. But a true vacation, we’re talking 7 days plus, seems daunting!
Your Indy A - Z Summer Fun List!
Happy June!
WELCOME TO YOUR SUMMER FUN LIST!
We've compiled a list of local family-friendly adventures to help your summer schedule shine!
Surviving Maycember
We started calling this month of chaos Maycember & it's very apropos. Juggling the end of school year & extracurricular events, summer commitments, holidays & all things racing in Indy, it's hard to catch your breath.
How I will Clear the Clutter this Staycation (and you can, too!)
How I will Clear the Clutter this Staycation (and you can, too!)
Vikki's R.E.A.L.I.T.Y This week!
Vikki's Acronym - R.E.A.L.I.T.Y - Highlights what she's
Reading, Eating, Admiring, Listening to, Improving, TV Obsession, Your Next Move!
Check it out!
Doom Scroll Detox: 22 Insta Accounts for a Daily Dopamine Hit!
Doom Scroll Detox: 22 Insta Accounts for a Daily Dopamine Hit!
Here's the Top Ten Questions I would be asking when hiring a Realtor.
Ten Years In...
Here's the Top Ten Questions I would be asking when hiring a Realtor.
Questions to Ask Yourself to Improve Your Quality of Work & Life in 2025
Questions to Ask Yourself to Improve Your Quality of Work & Life in 2025
24 Days of Kindness (Plus a Bonus)
Every year, Insomnia Mom Founder, Vikki Duke embarks on 24 Days of Kindness! These things, Big and Small, help her find the true spirit of the holidays. She’s sharing those here with you!