When I first became a mom, I was in heaven. I had found my true calling---to love this tiny human being with my entire heart and self. My entire life revolved around her, and I could not have found a more fulfilling job, just being her mom. My oldest, K, was the perfect baby. She rarely cried, except when she absolutely needed something ~ like food, a diaper changing, or if she was sleepy and ... Read the Post
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Crafting with the Kids: Painting with… Nail Polish??
My daughter K's softball season is officially over! Woohoo! It's not that I hate softball, I'm just so excited to have my Saturdays back (for now)--mainly because Saturdays are the perfect time for family crafts and activities! Normally after a softball game we run all our errands around town. Now that softball's over, we get to sleep in. (As much as a 6 year old and 2 month old will let me ... Read the Post
Bare Necessities: The 25 Baby Registry MUST-HAVES
So you're having a baby. CONGRATULATIONS! Babies are beautiful little blessings that add joy and chaos to our daily lives. You are embarking on one of the greatest journeys of your lifetime! So, you want to be prepared, right?? Of course you do! Because it isn't just about bringing a life into the world, it's also about caring for and raising that little life the best you can. "The best you ... Read the Post
The Workout Playlist You Need So You Can Burn All the Calories
Workout Playlists are a necessity in my opinion, right up there with my bottle of water. Working out can be hard. Scratch that. Working out should be hard. When you're pushing yourself to do something better, increasing any kind of skill, there are "growing pains". That's the point, right? That's how you get better. Working out is just pushing yourself as hard as you can ... Read the Post
DIY Magnetic Chore Chart + Free Printable
The other day I posted a question on Facebook - How old was your child when they started doing chores around the house? I received lots of amazing responses! Ages ranged from 2-5 doing different jobs, some for money, others just for the responsibility of pitching in to keep a clean home. This got my creative wheels turning. My oldest daughter, K, helps around the house, but she ... Read the Post