We all have those people on our holiday list who already have everything and if they don’t, they usually can go out and buy it. Every holiday it is the same struggle. What do you buy for the person who already has it all? I have learned that the most thoughtful gifts are sometimes the ones that aren’t wrapped in a box but rather, in creating memories together. Whether it is for the holidays or birthdays, the tough people on[Read more]
Author: My13sBail3y
How to Cut a Raw Hem on Jeans
If you know me, I can’t cut a straight line so the thought of taking a pair of scissors to a precious article of clothing scared me, until I realized I didn’t want them perfect anyway. I’ve seen videos and tutorials of other people cutting their jeans or t-shirts and I’m always so impressed but again, doubtful of my own skill level. I recently took a pair of jeans out of my closet and realized I wasn’t wearing them due[Read more]
Finding Balance on Your Terms
Happy Monday! It was a fairly low key weekend but a super productive one which was much needed. We all have that nagging to do list that hangs over our heads daily, but when the weekend comes, we tend to think we need to tackle all the big projects and tasks. The challenge is if your mind and body aren’t in the right mindset, it’s tough to find that motivation, especially when the weekends are supposed to be our time[Read more]
What Motivates You Each Morning?
It sounds so simple and maybe it is. From your first cup of coffee to crushing those goals, I always love to hear what excites people to kick off their day. If you’re not a morning person, maybe it is none of the above, but for me, having a routine and plan for the day is a key part of my morning motivation. I thought I would share a few things from my daily routine but always love hearing what[Read more]
Life Update: Protecting our Kids
It has been a minute since I have written a new blog post. If you follow me on social media, you know my daily posts are mini blogs so finding time to sit down and write something longer has been a bit more challenging lately. I felt compelled to write a new blog as it has been a week filled with change and reminders of how important it is to protect our kids as much as we can. Earlier this[Read more]
What is the Secret to Happiness?
Do any of us really know or do we spend our whole lives trying to figure it out? To me, happiness is a choice but also a journey, constantly evolving along with us. Recently, one of the influencers I follow, Jess Todryk, posted a challenge to ask our kids this question and some of the answers were so sweet, pure and innocent. This question really resonated with me, especially as I approach another birthday and look at where I am[Read more]