When I was a kid, I moved every few months. Now that I'm a parent, I focus on creating stability for my family.

I moved frequently while I was growing up, and it was difficult for me to feel grounded. When I became a parent, I knew I wanted my kids to have more stability than I did. We have routines and a sense of family identity, though I do leave room for some spontaneity, too.

Moving so often taught me to be a chameleon. I didn't spend time trying to figure out what I liked. Instead, I figured out what would make me the most acceptable version of myself to the most new people.

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