Brian and I love to travel and I think it has helped our marriage a ton. Here are my top 10 reasons to vacation without the kids. Yes, without the kids. I think I am writing this post tonight because it is winter and I am dreaming of a trip to the beach. I think it is these dreary Pennsylvania days and nights. This lack of sun in my life makes me dream of warm sand and cocktails by the beach! Read the full post >>>
Real Food Pumpkin Cinnamon Pancakes
Instead of going out for pancakes, try making these real food pumpkin cinnamon pancakes at home. Make extra so you can store them in the fridge or freezer and pop them in the toaster on busy mornings. Quick, delicious, healthy and they may make the list of foods to eat everyday and will help you keep your mama sanity on school mornings! Print Real Food Pumpkin Cinnamon Pancakes Read the full post >>>
Healthy Homemade Pittsburgh Salad
The "Burgh" is famous for "Pittsburgh Salads" topped high with cheese, french fries, fried chicken or steak. I know, they are so yummy but unfortunately, they are not so good for our health or our weight so I have come up with a Healthy Homemade Pittsburgh Salad recipe for you today. Make them this week I am sure that your family will thank you. Growing up in southwestern Pennsylvania, I am Read the full post >>>
Best gift ideas for a mom
A good friend of mine just had her third child and I was wondering, what are the best gift ideas for a mom? Instead of bringing her another baby outfit as a gift, I decided on a gift that I bet all moms really want - one that will bring a little sanity into her life. So, what are the best gift ideas for a mom? Here are my top 10 favorites: 1. Food. Yes, bring your mom friends food. Real Read the full post >>>
10 things to do when mama throws a fit
You yelled, screamed, wanted to run away and told the kids it's daddy's turn - you threw a fit. Here are my 10 things to do when mama throws a fit. In our house, when Madilyn or Juliana, ages 6 and 3, throw a tantrum we call it "throwing a fit." Brian and I say that Madilyn's not so nice step-sister, "Madeline," shows up. Ironically, she does LOVE the Madeline books, especially "Madeline Read the full post >>>
Oatmeal chocolate chip lactation cookies
Yes, these oatmeal chocolate chip lactation cookies help new mamas make milk. Don't worry, they are good for the rest of us too AND having a batch of cookies made keeps the kiddos happy and mamas sane. That's a win-win. These chocolate chip lactation cookies are full of oats, brewer's yeast and flaxseed - all ingredients that help boost breast milk supply. Breast feeding can be hard work. I Read the full post >>>
A note to my godson before his baptism.
On the two-year anniversary of my godson's baptism, I want to honor him. Here is the note that I wrote to him before his special day. Below is my note to my godson before his baptism. My godson is my nephew, Mason. Becoming a godmother is a job that I take very seriously and I am so very honored! Wow, being an aunt sure is different than being a mom, isn't it? Less stress and anxiety Read the full post >>>
Pain, loss, hope and life after a miscarriage.
This post was published several years ago back in June 2011. I am posting it fresh today because this loss is fresh on my mind and I am in the thick of life after a miscarriage. I am so excited to be working with two amazing friends and fellow bloggers, Kristi Dalnoky from Klover House and Becky Mansfield from Your Modern Family. We have been writing a book all about our experiences with Read the full post >>>
Mint Chocolate Low Carb Brownies
I have realized that too many carbohydrates and sugar make it hard for me to maintain or even lose weight. My challenge - I love sweets especially chocolate so these Mint Chocolate Low Carb Brownies are a must. I don't follow a specific diet or diet plan. My goal is to eat fresh, real food that is in season, food that tastes great, exercise, and be outside as much as I can. Plus, I need Read the full post >>>
Mama Sanity Bootcamp Free Online Program
Mama Sanity Bootcamp Free Online Program is back this September 2016. Two weeks to feel like you again. We will spend 10 days together and tackle some of the biggest challenges of motherhood and maybe even get a little sanity back into our lives! Cost: Free. Yep, you got it. When: September 12 - 23rd (we will take the weekend off) Where: All online via email and Facebook. Click Read the full post >>>