Today is my last day as a 29-year-old. Yikes. A few years back, I remember thinking that 30 wouldn’t scare me. It’s just a number, after all. But now that 30 is, you know, tomorrow… I’m having second thoughts. You see, I had pretty high expectations. By the time I hit the big 3-0, I […]
Our cozy family Thanksgiving
I’ve always loved Thanksgiving! It’s a great time to be with family, cook, and count blessings. And this year, Thanksgiving was a first for us – the first time we’ve spent it without our extended family. Admittedly, I was a bit sad there were only 4 of us spending the holiday together. But, we made […]
This Halloween, choose to be the royal you
We stood in line at the fabric counter, waiting to obtain a few yards of ribbon. My very talkative three-year-old sat in the cart, eating Skittles and telling me his “stories.” As we waited, I fielded comments from fellow customers (“He sure has a lot to say.” “How old is he?” “Does he always talk […]
{Giveaway} Organize your life with the Inspired Year Planner
Disclaimer: We received this product in exchange for a review. But, it is indeed the bee’s knees. I love a good planner. Like many others, my life is chaotic and busy. So, I need something to keep me organized. For that reason, I’m so thankful I found the Inspired Year planner from One Love Paper […]
3 home decor trends that are making their comeback
Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links. When it comes to home decor, everything runs in cycles. For years, a particular way of decorating your home is seen as the “in” thing to do. Then soon enough, it goes out of fashion as new things shine. But every now and then, the cycle repeats and […]
A working mom’s tale of missing out
Immediately after returning home from a business trip, I remembered my son doctor’s appointment the next morning. I checked the calendar to discover there was just no way I could make it happen. Not with meetings every hour, on the hour. I reschedule the appointment, and must now wait 6 weeks until the next availability. […]
3 easy ways to create a cozy autumn ambiance in your home
Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links. Fall is almost here. In fact, it’s this week! If you’re like me, it’s your favorite time of year… Pumpkins, candles, sweaters, leaves. Aaaaahhhh. To really make the most of it, it’s essential to bring the season into all areas of your life. After all, your mood, your […]
Taylor Ferry campground: Pictures and review
It’s been way too long since a Scampin’ adventure! So this past weekend, we took the Scamp back out for some camping fun. This time, we opted for an actual campground instead of an RV park. We wanted that woodsy, campfire feel—and, we scored with Taylor Ferry in Wagoner, OK. Taylor Ferry Campground Location: Wagoner, […]
When adoption brings questions, MyHeritage DNA has answers
I’ve always assumed two things: I’m Irish, and my husband is German. After all, the origins of my maiden name and the sunburned tone of my skin don’t hurt the Irish claim. And my husband’s very German surname seems to speak for itself. I’ve always been interested in family heritage and genetics. So when I […]
Introducing DateBox: Get yours for 50% off!
There’s just so much to do. You know what I mean. Work, groceries, cooking, cleaning, bills, pets… and on and on and on. On top of everything else, we have relationships to maintain. Our children, co-workers, parents, neighbors, friends. And if you’re like me, by the time you’ve poured everything into all of those relationships, […]