Why women choose loneliness over real friendship: Embracing our calling

As I get older, I experience more women with major walls up.  I even have my own walls I have developed over the years. When I was in high school friendships were easy.  I would tell my girlfriends everything and bonds seemed to grow deep rather quickly.  It feels like this slowly changes the more … Continue Reading

How I save money on my kid’s shoes

This post is sponsored by EasyKicks.  All opinions are my own. I have 3 boys.  They all grow so quickly and don’t stay in clothes or shoes very long.  This is a dilemma mostly for my wallet.  My kids barely stay in shoes for more than a season and the older they get, the quicker … Continue Reading

Making memories with Color Me Mine

*I received free product/services in exchange for my honest review.  All opinions are honest and my own.   Making lasting memories together is very important to our family.  Sometimes we do this in ordinary activities, and sometimes we do activities that are really out-of-the-box for us.  I am always on the hunt for new things … Continue Reading

Making your tax refund last: Movie night ideas

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser, Walmart Family Mobile. All opinions are mine alone. #YourTaxCash #CollectiveBias Tax time can be stressful. It doesn’t have to be.  When you’re stretching your refund and making smart financial decisions, it relives the anxiety that can come with this time of year.  We … Continue Reading

Satisfying my cravings with a healthier alternative

  We all have cravings and most of mine center around chocolate, peanut butter, ice cream and any kind of candy.  I have shared in some of my previous posts, some ways I am really trying to be healthier in the new year and change some of my eating habits as well as taking better … Continue Reading

How I became a more productive blogger

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #CreminelliFreshSnacking #CollectiveBias As a stay at home mom of 3, I’ve struggled with balance and running my business as a blogger.  There are some things I have incorporated lately that have really helped me be more productive and … Continue Reading

Top 5 ways to maximize your tax refund

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser Walmart Family Mobile. All opinions are mine alone. #CampaignHashtag #CollectiveBias In the first years of our marriage, we didn’t make the best choices with our tax refunds. We looked at this sum of money immaturely, and wish we used it differently.  However, I’m … Continue Reading

10 tips for vacationing with kids

“This post is sponsored by Carter’s; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.” Spring is coming and that means our family traveling begins.  I love warm weather.  I love weekend trips.  I love the flowers blooming and heading on an adventure with my hubby and kiddos. Making memories with our kids through day … Continue Reading

The Key to Contentment: lessons on being more satisfied in life

1 Timothy 6:6-8:  “But godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it. But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with that.” I have struggled with contentment over the years.  It is definitely an up and down battle for … Continue Reading

3 tips for running errands with a toddler

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #2Good2Bear #CollectiveBias   Running errands with a toddler can be exhausting and stressful to say the least.  A 15 minute trip can easily turn into an hour.  I have learned over the years a few tips that have … Continue Reading