Parenting is tough, but you have to learn to laugh, roll with the punches, and make sure to not miss the moments. I have spent the past week prepping my home for a Christmas party. You read that right. Even though Thanksgiving hasn’t even arrived yet, I’m getting my home ready for this party I’ll…
Grace Notes
That time I needed a do-over and DIYed my attitude
Do you ever wish for a second chance – another opportunity to DIY your attitude? Do you sometimes dream that a film crew was following you around with some director yelling “CUT!” each time you royally screw up, giving you another take to say what you really meant? Or do you dream of a magical time…
That time change was a good thing
Let me tell you a quick story about that time change was a good thing. About two years ago, I had a heart to heart with my husband. One typical, exasperated, busy momma day, I exclaimed, “If I’m not seeing a difference in my blogging within a year, I’m ditching this whole thing!” The gaunlet had…
Written On Stone – How to Create Hand Lettered Rocks
Written on Stone: Craft rocks that are easy to make and special ways to celebrate memorable moments.
That Time I Pushed the Pause Button
I struggled with the title of this post. Pushing the pause button on life. I could have also titled this “When the world is spinning so fast, all you can do is hold on for dear life for fear of losing control”, but that seemed a bit too long. Last year, I had to take…
When Panic Attacks: How I’ve Learned to Cope
Awoken. again. Can’t breathe. Claustrophobic. It’s okay. This will pass. Deep breaths…deep breaths. Maybe a TV program will get my mind off of it. Ugh, I feel like I’m breathing in fire. My heart is racing. I hear my pulse in my ears. Could this be a heart attack? I’m not ready to leave my…
How to Block Out the Haters When You Go Viral
This kid has it! Meet Brandon Bowen, a 16 year old Vine pro. He took the right stance against any negative commenters from his vines. So, I’m taking a lesson from this young man on how to block out the haters. Recently, we revealed our Farmhouse Kitchen Remodel, knowing that it wasn’t 100% finished….
Yes, you can boycott Valentine’s Day and still live happily ever after – here’s how!
We don’t exchange Valentine gifts anymore… Has our romance faded?
5 New Years Resolutions Every Busy Mom Should Make
There’s nothing wrong with wanting to make better choices for ourselves, but I want to challenge you to approach your Resolutions differently this time with these 5 New Years Resolutions every busy mom should make.
How To Decorate A Rental and Find Your Happy Place
Living in a rental shouldn’t keep you from making your home your own. Could simply hanging a picture or two bring some much needed happiness into your life? Decorating a Rental helped me to love where I live, even if it’s temporary!