Lessons from 2020 (HELLO, 2021!)
It feels so good to be back on the blog after a “Christmas Break” these last couple weeks! Can you believe 2020 is now behind us and we’re a few…
The Silver Lining of COVID for Average Moms
I think we can all agree that COVID sucks. But as I was driving away from Maverick’s daycare this morning, I had a thought: COVID has let me off the…
Christmas Gift Guide 2020: Preschool Boys
Can you believe it’s time to start CHRISTMAS SHOPPING??? I know–it’s crazy! Today, it’s all about presents for preschool boys! Psst! This post contains affiliate links. This means that, at…
How to Survive the Rest of 2020
Anyone else simultaneously wondering how it can already be November, and also why this year is never-ending? I don’t get it either…but that’s how it feels. With that in mind,…
What I’m Reading
Reading is one of my very favorite things to do, so today I want to share with you some of the books I’ve been reading lately! Psst! This post contains…
How to Help Your Child Find Gratitude
About a year ago, I started a gratitude practice for myself. It helped me find and focus on happiness and thankfulness, and it has absolutely changed my outlook on life….
How to Find Your Child’s Love Language
I recently read The 5 Love Languages and The 5 Love Languages for Children by Gary Chapman–and I realized that I hadn’t been speaking my 6 year old Harlyn’s love…
What Every Bride-to-Be Needs to Know
If you’re getting married, I want you to know: you don’t have to spend a ridiculous amount of money, invite everyone you know, and have gourmet food to have the day of your dreams. Sharing my thoughts on what every bride-to-be needs to know on the blog!
#wedding #engaged #bride
How to Deal with Stress and Anxiety
For all of us, life lately has been full of stress, anxiety, and uncertainty. I’ve found myself really needing to concentrate on implementing strategies, because it’s very easy for me…
5 Tips for Surviving the Noise of Motherhood
My house is always LOUD. I mean, I’m an introvert living in an extrovert’s world. My kids and my husband are talkers. Our dog is a barker. The TV, a…
