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Welcome to The Political Wife Life

Tips, tales, and non-partisan humour of a political wife. How to survive being a political wife.

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Fashion Tips and Tricks From A Political Wife

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The Great Commute

One of the most challenging parts of Political Wife Life is the commuting. Every Sunday we pack up the family, the zoo, a few perishable groceries, my make-up bag, and a few favourite articles of clothing, and travel from the district to the capital. Living in two places (on one income) is an art. LivingContinue reading The Great Commute

July 2, 2015May 24, 2018

Parenting

Parenting Tips From A Political Wife

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3 Tips for making a work trip WITH a toddler enjoyable

3 Tips for making a work trip WITH a toddler enjoyable You know you are a mother when a family vacation feels like work and a solo trip to the grocery store feels like a vacation. But when both M and I had some work to do in Chicago we thought it sounded like aContinue reading 3 Tips for making a work trip WITH a toddler enjoyable

August 16, 2016May 24, 2018

Political Soccer Moms

Soccer moms are a sought–after cohort in political elections. Yet little is being done to get them invested in the political party process outside of election season. Whether it be because of long standing institutions or once-upon-a-time biological necessity that shaped these institutions, the female experience is often much different than that of the men.Continue reading Political Soccer Moms

March 14, 2016May 24, 2018

6 Tips For Surviving Solo Parenting

There are so many themes in Political Wife Life that non political spouses can identify with! The 1950’s style family where one parent goes to the office and comes home at 5 p.m. while one parent stays home and runs the house is no longer the norm. Solo parenting (where the parents are still inContinue reading 6 Tips For Surviving Solo Parenting

November 7, 2015May 24, 2018

My “Big Fat Greek” tip about Children and the Media

In her book “Instant Mom,” actress Nia Vardalos (most well known for creating and starring in “My Big Fat Greek Wedding”) talks about coming to terms with the media attention her newly adopted daughter was garnering. Her solution? FACE PAINT! Every time they went in public they painted her daughter, Ilaria’s, face like a catContinue reading My “Big Fat Greek” tip about Children and the Media

September 3, 2015May 24, 2018

Politics and… Diapers?

“Politicians and diapers must be changed often, and for the same reason.” —Mark Twain Help end child poverty with your political t-shirts. Seriously. Yes, cloth diapers. We all have our passions. Michelle Obama’s may be healthy living. Mine is cloth diapers. I was unsure on how to incorporate my passion for cloth diapersContinue reading Politics and… Diapers?

September 2, 2015May 24, 2018

Children and the Media

M and I are at our best when we are together. We love having our daughter with us as much as possible and (as of now) she prefers to be with us too. Because of our commitment to doing as much together as a family, and the fact that AG is still young, she attendsContinue reading Children and the Media

August 24, 2015May 24, 2018

In The News

Recent stories about Political Wives In The News

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Sophie Gregoire-Trudeau, The Role of the Spouse of the Prime Minister, and Women’s Unpaid Work

Everyone knows the saying “it takes a village to raise a child” and Justin Trudeau and his wife, Sophie Gregoire-Trideau, happen to have three. Whereas most would agree that a working parent should ask for help when they feel overwhelmed or are in over their head, some Canadians are getting a little nasty with theContinue reading Sophie Gregoire-Trudeau, The Role of the Spouse of the Prime Minister, and Women’s Unpaid Work

May 13, 2016May 24, 2018

Jeanette Rubio: A Not-So-Political Wife

Jeanette Rubio: A Not-So-Political Wife Jeanette Dousdebes Rubio is a bit of a mystery among American Presidential nominee candidates’ political wives. She doesn’t give speeches and tends to remove herself from politics. What little we know of her can be gleaned by her actions more than what she’s said to interviewers.

March 2, 2016May 24, 2018

Heidi Cruz

Why Heidi Cruz Kicks Butt Although this is a non-partisan blog, I am going to be very honest and just come out and say it: Heidi Cruz kicks butt. If she was running for President, it is likely I would vote for her. 1. Heidi is extremely driven (and really smart too). Her mother claimsContinue reading Heidi Cruz

February 29, 2016May 24, 2018

Other Recent Articles

Political Wife Life: How It Started/How It’s Going

Political Wife Life Political Wife Life was born because I was searching for an online community “for and of” political spouses. When I couldn’t find it, I built one. Although this community is called “Political Wife Life,” isn’t just for political spouses. Do you find yourself in a bit of a spotlight without as much supportContinue reading Political Wife Life: How It Started/How It’s Going

November 25, 2020November 25, 2020

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4 Ways to Make Friends As An Adult

As we grow, move, and become busier, it can become more and more challenging to start new adult friendships. How do extremely busy, grown-up, women build their tribe? As an entrepreneur who works from home 98% of the time, and a super-busy mom (and political wife) who often feels overscheduled and overwhelmed, going out and meeting new peopleContinue reading 4 Ways to Make Friends As An Adult

July 12, 2019July 12, 2019

3 Things Every Woman Needs In Her Closet This Spring

Happy Spring!Are you ready for three awesome items to enhance your spring look?All three of the items mentioned below are flattering to all body types and work for all ages. #1. I love classic fashion, so sometimes it takes me a bit to jump on the cool-kids-clothes bandwagon. I have just embraced the Kimino. WhoContinue reading 3 Things Every Woman Needs In Her Closet This Spring

May 8, 2019May 8, 2019

Life Changing 2018

How would you rate 2018? Did you set any big goals and reach them? 2018 was big for our family in so many ways! Here are my “Top 9” photos that I picked to symbolize what 2018 meant to me. 1) What: The Sheer Dress (aka the Ultimate LBD)What it means to me: The reason I startedContinue reading Life Changing 2018

December 30, 2018December 30, 2018

Make Going to the Gym Seem Like a Day At The Spa

What if I said that I found a way to make you love going to the gym, get relatively fit with seemingly little effort, and make going to the gym feel like a vacation?! Read on my friend.

September 28, 2015May 24, 2018

Nylons: Not Glamorous but Necessary

Nylons: they aren’t my favourite article of clothing, but I consider them a necessity because a majority of my wardrobe is made up of dresses. Somehow, and I am not sure if it is my unfiled nails or the fact that I live with a zoo, I tend to kill nylons at a seemingly unprecedentedContinue reading Nylons: Not Glamorous but Necessary

June 15, 2015May 24, 2018

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Political Wife Life: How It Started/How It’s Going November 25, 2020
4 Ways to Make Friends As An Adult July 12, 2019
3 Things Every Woman Needs In Her Closet This Spring May 8, 2019
Life Changing 2018 December 30, 2018
5 Late-Night Musings From A Political Wife The Night Before An Election June 7, 2018

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