This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #CollectiveBias #LICDrugDisposal I am a big believer in not hiding tough realities from my girls but I have been struggling with this one - how to prepare kids to face prescription drugs. I am excited to partner with LifeInCheck to spread the word about where to deposit leftover prescription Read the full post >>>
Why I’m not sad my child is going to Kindergarten
I wrote this post years ago when our Madilyn was heading to Kindergarten. Now, she is on her way to 3rd Grade. Our baby, Juliana, is heading to Kindergarten. I really can't believe it. This is why I'm not sad my child is going to Kindergarten. Two words - she's ready. I know one thing - bedtime will be even more special now. It really is hard to believe how fast preschool went - that first day Read the full post >>>
The most adorable dresses and supporting small business
For Easter this year, the most adorable dresses and supporting small business were important to me. I have been meaning to share where I got the dresses my girls wore. I don't do this often but these dresses are THAT amazing! I LOVE to support small businesses. I have a small business of my own so I get it. I understand the busy mom who wants to start her own business to be creative and Read the full post >>>
Horseradish Kale Salmon Patties
My kids are funny - if dinner is in "patty" form and they can dip it into something, it is usually a win! Green Monster Burgers have been a popular dinner around here so I tried it with Horseradish Kale Salmon Patties and we won again so I had to share with you all! I'm always looking for ways to incorporate more veggies into my meals and into the bellies of my kiddos, Madilyn and Juliana 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 >>>
A bedtime I will always remember
Tonight was a bedtime I will always remember. I love my girls but most nights, I am tired, rushed, stressed and I am just going through the motions. I am dragging toward the finish line - two kiddos in bed, quiet, glass of wine in hand, silly reality TV show. Tonight was different. The windows in our home were open and a cool breeze was coming in. I could see the sun beginning to set behind Read the full post >>>
Monster Eyes baked egg avocados
"Monster Eyes" baked egg avocados were a result of a friend of mine sending me a video of how to make them paired with my fear that my girls would never try them married to the fact that I know how darn healthy avocados are and I want us all to eat them daily. I am always trying to find new and fun breakfast foods for my girls and myself - like my go-to Real Food Blueberry Cobbler. It was Read the full post >>>
How I am dealing with the baby blues
I wrote this post over three years ago when I was suffering from anxiety and the baby blues. Looking back, I totally had postpartum depression (PPD) yet I was scared to own up to that. I was blessed with two healthy kids - why should I be sad? This post goes out to all the moms who are trying to accomplish one thing - dealing with the baby blues. Moms, you have time - you will be you again Read the full post >>>
“Mama, life’s too short. Let’s paint a tree.”
"Mama, life's too short. Let's paint a tree." These were the words of my Madilyn, three years ago, who is always reminding me of what is important in motherhood. I like my house to be clean and in order. I like it when I have a candle lit at the end of the day, all the dishes are put away, the playroom is picked up and the pillows are on the couch in the "right" place. It makes me feel like Read the full post >>>
7 easy tips to get your kids excited about exercise
Here are my 7 easy tips to get your kids excited about exercise because sometimes this is hard to do! It can also be difficult to get the right foods into their bellies - that's a different story, right? Our Madilyn (now almost 6 1/2 years old) is much more content sitting, reading, doing crafts, painting and playing house compared to physical exercise. This is something that worries me Read the full post >>>