Creating a Kids’ Pantry

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #Back2SchoolReady #CollectiveBias We’re nearing the end of summer break and there comes a time when you’re more than ready to get back to a routine. Not just for your kids but for you too! We … ... [Read more...]

Running my first 5K

I set a goal for myself in March to run my first 5K in the summer and I’m happy to say – I did it! I really did it! ::throws hat and does Mary Tyler Moore jump:: As I mentioned in my post on running last week – I used the 5K Runner app, a version of Couch to 5K, to whip myself back into shape after … ... [Read more...]

Mini Banana Splits

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SunsOutSpoonsOut #CollectiveBias It’s no secret that summer is, by far, my favorite season. I love everything about it. Yes, even the heat. I love the way it feels on my skin. I love sundresses … ... [Read more...]

5 Things I Need for a Good Run

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #HydrationToGo #CollectiveBias In March I began a running training called Couch to 5K. This basically means you go from not being able to run AT ALL to being ready to run a 5K in as little as … ... [Read more...]

Top 5 Apps for Car Owners

I’ve mentioned I drive a minivan before, yes? But have I mentioned I drive a 2005 Toyota minivan with 120,000 miles on it? Probably not. Because I’m not into details. At least, not when it comes to cars. But there’s one thing I do know about cars – you have to get the oil changed. Not just once. But … ... [Read more...]

Prettify Your Pantry with These 3 Steps

Having an organized pantry is one thing – but having a pretty pantry? Well, that’s a whole ‘nother story! If you are one of the lucky ones to have a pantry you probably stuff your food staples onto the shelves and don’t think about it again. Or maybe you’re like me – a girl who wants to organize AND … ... [Read more...]

5 Deeeelicious Facts about Milk

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of DairyPure Milk. All opinions are 100% mine. I’ve always loved milk. From the time I was a little girl I drank it like crazy! I still have fond memories of my grandma fixing me some warm milk on the stove to help me fall asleep after having a bad … ... [Read more...]

One Whole Hand

Brigham turned five at the beginning of May! He is one whole hand! I think part of the reason I haven’t written about him is because Brigham’s personality is SO BIG I often struggle to put this boy into words. There’s not one word that would really provide an accurate or fair description of who he … ... [Read more...]

Your One Wild and Precious Life

I haven’t felt like myself in a long time. Or maybe I haven’t ever felt like myself because I never figured it out in the first place. All I know is lately I just feel . . . different. And I think going to Arkansas was the catalyst for all these NEW and BIG feelings I’m having. I’ve always … ... [Read more...]

Awesome Allergy Shower Bombs

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Sterling. All opinions are 100% mine. My allergies are so terrible right now. I never used to struggle with this but I do now! I am always so congested and it’s become a year-round problem for me, unfortunately. I started incorporating essential … ... [Read more...]