While the notion of living out our days at the beach sounds like a dream, the reality is we are busy, hardworking people just trying to tackle life’s daily challenges and find the inspiration to really create the life we want. Whether it is faith-based inspiration or just real like talk about life with two teenagers, I hope that you can find content that is relatable, motivational or just a quick little break from everyday life.
As most of you are aware, October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. While I have had a mammogram each year since turning 40, I will admit they get pushed back a little more each year due to my procrastination and busy schedule. It is far too easy to put it aside and use the excuse that life is just too busy or I can’t make the time to break away from work. As I get older, my health and taking[Read more]
So, I know I missed National Son Day earlier this week but I had a good reason. I wanted to wait to write this blog post because today was a significant milestone on this journey of parenthood. My first baby, who is definitely not a baby anymore, is now officially independent and can drive on his own. Let the mom anxiety begin! While the smile on his face when he told us he passed will probably forever be etched in[Read more]
In order to avoid being stuck in a rut or losing ourselves in our careers, kids or husbands, it’s so important to stop and show ourselves a little self-love. When you find yourself questioning your purpose or your character, sit down and remind yourself of the attributes that make you who you are.
While I know sharing Trader Joe’s favorites is hardly groundbreaking or different, I decided to finally write a post for one reason. I have discovered some of my favorite things by watching other blogger’s recommendations. I used to wander this store aimlessly trying to figure out what to try but having it simplified by some of the best bloggers out there has made this a very easy shopping excursion now. So I figured I would share some of my favorites in hopes that maybe I can help other moms out too.
Sadly, it is already almost the middle of August and I am just writing my first blog post for the month. I have been so consumed with my own busy schedule and trying to manage the kids’ schedules these last few weeks of summer, that I just haven’t had the energy or even the motivation to sit down and write. Tonight, as exhausted as I am from a long week, I decided to sit down and write what was in[Read more]
Is it just me or does anyone else get into the usual tug of war between back to school and holding on dearly to every last bit of summer? I know if you are a teacher you definitely feel the struggle. Every year, I always know that the summertime is going to fly by and I try to maximize it as much as possible but the struggle is real on finding balance when you are a working mom or even[Read more]