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...]

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...]

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...]

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...]

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...]

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...]

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...]

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...]

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...]

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...]