Accessible, Affordable, High Quality CareForAllChildren

April 16, 2020.Reading time 8 minutes.

Did you know that more than 20% of American families are going into debt to pay for childcare and preschool? I’m going to be honest; we are one of those families.

Peanut butter banana breakfast shake

March 18, 2020.Reading time 5 minutes.

If you’re anything like me, you struggle with breakfast for the little ones. I’m not a big breakfast person, so that doesn’t make it any easier. I’d much rather wait and eat lunch, but we know that’s not what’s best for our children or ourselves. A fun recipe that I like to occasionally treat the […]

30 Day Minimalism Challenge

March 1, 2020.Reading time 4 minutes.

Prior to all of my recent research, I really thought minimalists were the people who bought tiny homes. They were the ones who had the white walls without a single picture hanging. You know, all of the straight lines. No character! Right? I was so wrong. I initially created this challenge in 2018. Despite being […]

Five Ways I’m Living More Intentionally

February 19, 2020.Reading time 13 minutes.

Do you ever feel like you’re just operating on autopilot? You just wake up and perform the same routine? Is that truly living? I desperately want more out of life and I have made so many changes to live life to the fullest. Check out these five things I’m doing to live more intentionally. Less […]

My Resolutions for a Healthier & Happier Me

December 30, 2019.Reading time 9 minutes.

Each year I’ve rolled my eyes at the thought of setting resolutions. I laughed at people who made such a fuss over the upcoming year. Now, I see how important it is to set resolutions for ourselves. While these may not be your typical resolutions, I truly feel they will help me along the path to spiritual, mental and emotional well-being.

24 Elf on the Shelf Ideas

November 29, 2019.Reading time 11 minutes.

Here are 24 fun Elf on the Shelf ideas!

Holiday Bucket List

November 25, 2019.Reading time less than 1 minute.

We have had lots of changes this year. Some good and some bad. One great change is my new job. I no longer work long 12+ hour shifts in the hospital. I took a new role as a chemotherapy infusion nurse. This allows me to have amazing hours, including no holidays or weekends. With that […]

Crock-Pot Hot Chocolate

November 19, 2019.Reading time 3 minutes.

Check out this simple and delicious recipe for Crock-Pot Hot Chocolate! It’s something the whole family will love.

Five Ways I Am Combating My Anxiety

November 5, 2019.Reading time 6 minutes.

Living with anxiety is a daily struggle. I’m constantly working to learn how to live with it and thrive. Luckily, I’ve found five life changes and additions that have helped me.

Overstimulated

September 13, 2019.Reading time 7 minutes.

My Struggle with being “Touched Out” in Motherhood No one truly prepares us for the challenges we’ll face in motherhood. The sleep deprivation. Anxiety. Constantly worrying if we’re doing a good enough job. Always feeling as though society is watching our every move, ready to jump at the opportunity to critique us. Despite all of […]