I’m not perfect, but I refuse to leave the house looking like it’s obvious. I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again. I don’t feel comfortable if I look sloppy. I get up at 5 am so I have time to shower and get myself ready as well as work for a few hoursContinue reading “3 Accessories that Add Chic Style to Any Ensemble”
#LaundryUpgrade Contest: Laundry Room Goals
I don’t spend much time in my laundry room. My husband does the vast majority of our laundry, and I’m not even remotely ashamed to admit that. He’s good at it, whereas I’m lazy about it. Well, maybe not lazy so much as just careless. Most of my clothes don’t get washed at home, andContinue reading “#LaundryUpgrade Contest: Laundry Room Goals”
Much Needed Rest and Recovery: Back on April 12th
Hi friends – My apologies for going MIA the past two weeks – and for planning on doing precisely the same the next two weeks. It’s been an overly stressful time in our household with all four kids getting sick, and now me falling ill. It’s been four very LONG weeks, and my body decidedContinue reading “Much Needed Rest and Recovery: Back on April 12th”
A Birth Story: Welcoming Twins into Our Family (Happy 3rd Birthday, Babies!)
Today, March 15, my sweet babies are three. I can’t even believe it. It’s impossible to comprehend how quickly the past three years have passed, and how bittersweet it is to have three-year-old twins already. That means our oldest is almost 9, and it means we have only two more days until our middle daughterContinue reading “A Birth Story: Welcoming Twins into Our Family (Happy 3rd Birthday, Babies!)”
Grace and Tears: What I Appreciate When Life Throws Curveballs
What. A. Week. I’ve been MIA the past week, and for good reason. My household has been turned upside down, inside out, and back again. Thankfully, it’s Monday and I’m happy again! The last time I was here was last Monday when I shared some simple tips for making Mondays kick ass, and that post cameContinue reading “Grace and Tears: What I Appreciate When Life Throws Curveballs”
Monday Motivation
Monday…few people love a Monday, and there’s nothing wrong with that. I don’t dislike Monday, but even I’m happy to admit it’s not my favorite day of the week. If you love what you do, you’ll never have a problem with Monday. Lies. I love what I do, and I don’t dread getting up onContinue reading “Monday Motivation”
I’m Okay Being the Meanest Mom EVER
I’m the meanest mommy ever. I mean, I’m working on it; it’s my hope that I’ll eventually get there. I feel it’s how I’ll know I’m doing my job as a mom correctly. I don’t want them to like me too much all the time, because then I’ll be more of a friend and lessContinue reading “I’m Okay Being the Meanest Mom EVER”
Painting Ugly Kitchen Cabinets: By A Not-Very DIY (or even handy) Kind of Couple
I don’t love to DIY, but I will. When I get an idea, I am like a tornado touching down. I want it done yesterday. No, I want it done the day before. The thought consumes me, and I cannot think of anything else. It can be a Tuesday morning at 5 am in theContinue reading “Painting Ugly Kitchen Cabinets: By A Not-Very DIY (or even handy) Kind of Couple”
Healthy Lifestyle Changes: Replacing Bad Habits with Good Habits
“You’re so tiny you can eat all the Girl Scout Cookies you want!” says the mother of a very used car salesman-like aggressive Girl Scout when I turned down a box of thin mints (against every ounce of my being) leaving Publix today. Um…no. At the risk of stating the obvious, eating all the GirlContinue reading “Healthy Lifestyle Changes: Replacing Bad Habits with Good Habits”
Picture-Perfect Product: 3 Flawless Face Must-Haves
I go to the gym (our brand-new YMCA) every week day. I go after I drop my kids off at school and run errands in the morning some days, and in the evenings when my oldest daughter is at cheerleading practice. When I work out alone, I always listen to my favorite morning show fromContinue reading “Picture-Perfect Product: 3 Flawless Face Must-Haves”
Tiffany Raiford 