Motherhood made me realize: you don’t have control of WHAT life throws at you, but you do have control of HOW you take it.
Read MoreThese DIY gifts are easy to make, affordable, and will allow you to channel your creative genius. Happy crafting!
Read MoreMother, Mom, Mama, Mommy. The noun that encompasses so much and gives meaning to the women who gave us life.
Read MoreI can honestly say Motherhood is the best thing that has ever happened to me, but it is quite a roller coaster of emotions!
Read MoreFrom being a young girl looking up to my cool big sis, to a new mom calling on her to help me through the sleep deprivation; Mel has always been by my side. It is such a pleasure for me to share her insights into the motherhood journey.
Read MoreThese are some of the things that we play with constantly. And, that Mom and Dad actually enjoy as well!
Read MoreMotherhood made me see life through a different set of eyes - the eyes of a MOM! I never realized how these little people could make me so fiercely protective, so happy, so proud, so mad, so darn tired and so full of love.
Read MoreThose memories of temper tantrums, nights filled with extra bed-mates, non-solo bathroom visits, never ending homework, sports weekends, sibling quarrels; they all hold little weight. The best memories always persevere.
Read MoreI’ll be sharing a few of my favorite things, which make perfect gifts. Hopefully you’ll find something you love as well; and will be able to spend a little less time worrying about gift giving, and a bit more time enjoying the season.
Read MoreSo many of the blessings in my life are tied to motherhood. My sense of self and purpose are stronger than ever, because I’m a mom. Motherhood made me.
Read MoreYes, there are plenty of highlights to being an adult. But, what about the nitty gritty stuff that we don’t hear about in our youth?
Read MoreI realized I had been willing to set aside my feelings, my concerns for my child’s safety, and what I truly felt was right; all to accommodate the wishes of my 4 year old and another grown up.
Read MoreThank you to our neighborhood crew. Thank you for the endless play dates, the borrowed cooking ingredients, and for sharing in the sweet simplicity of this lifestyle. Cheers to the memories, and long live the neighborhood.
Read MoreThere are many ways to make the date night in fun and memorable. The important thing is to make time for one another. Set aside a couple nights each month (or more if you’re able to), and commit to being present with your partner.
Read MoreIf you have kids, chances are you’ve lived through your share of total toddler meltdowns. Well, I decided it was Mom’s turn. So I gathered a few friends and we captured some epic Mom-ler moments on camera.
Read MoreThere is nothing that can truly prepare you for parenthood. Kids can easily make you want to cry from pride and love as quickly as they can from frustration.
Read MoreIf you’re anything like me, your #momguilt kicks in even when it’s you picking up the device. But, here’s the thing: I need to use this magic multi-tasking tool to get stuff done.
Read MoreA vision board can inspire and uplift you throughout the year (or longer). Let this be a chance for you to disconnect, and focus on intentional living with those around you.
Read MoreI want our sons to be the ones who sit with the lonely kid at lunch. I want to see them helping in times of need, and caring for those around them.
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