Happy List

Mondays, man. Am I right? Especially the Monday after a long holiday weekend! It’s not easy to jump back in. Since Mondays are kind of a tough day for pretty much everyone I know – I’ve decided to start posting a “Happy List” each Monday. It seems like a fun way to lift my spirits. Maybe it will for … ... [Read more...]

4 Simple Candy Cane Recipes

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of DairyPure Milk. All opinions are 100% mine. The holidays are upon us and everyone is looking for great recipes to put everyone in the Christmas spirit! I don’t know about you but I love to create recipes that my family will love and I’ve found some … ... [Read more...]

Mom Brain – The Struggle is Real

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of ProPharma USA. All opinions are 100% mine. If you’re a mom you’ve probably noticed your memory is not as good as it used to be before you had kids. The term “mom brain” has been coined to describe this struggle and it couldn’t be more true for me. … ... [Read more...]

3 At-Home Workouts for Busy People

*This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #TryALittleGoodness *#CollectiveBias I have now been running for nine months and although running has become my favorite way to exercise, I know it’s time to diversify my workout. I can tell my … ... [Read more...]

Date Night Doesn’t Have to Be Complicated

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #BeHealthyForEveryPartofLife #CollectiveBias Sometimes we get it into our heads that a date night has to be expensive dinners and romantic escapades. When in reality those just can’t happen very … ... [Read more...]

The Change in Me

I’m not sure exactly when it happened – but I changed. I changed for the better. I’ve worked so hard the past two months to think positive thoughts instead of the negativity that often filled my mind. I’ve gone to doctor’s appointments. I’ve practiced self-care. I’ve focused on my family. I’ve even … ... [Read more...]

Clean Enough

“I’m going to clean our shower,” I said. “It’s been too long and it’s really dirty.” I grabbed the strong cleaners, rubber gloves, opened the windows and turned on the fan. I knew this would be a big job for me. Especially since I hate to clean anything at all. Naaman took care of the kids … ... [Read more...]

3 Ingredient Slow Cooker BBQ Pork Sandwiches

Summer is such a busy time. The weather is fine so we fill up our calendar with fun things to do. Is it just me or is there a rush to fit it all in before school starts in August? We are good to go on quick breakfast and lunch choices but dinner is always my downfall. We get home and I’m like, uh … ... [Read more...]

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...]