Redefining your life and things in your life is a new journey to start everyday. I wanted to share with you a book called Inventing Joy and how it can help you along the way. Inventing Joy is Joy’s personal blueprint on how to redefine your life every day, through the ideas and insights she has learned…
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7 tips for a low-stress Thanksgiving
With just a week until Thanksgiving I know that those of us who are in charge of hosting and meal prep are starting to really think about the details. Whether you’ve made a Thanksgiving feast before or not, or hosted the whole clan at your home before or not, here are some functional and fun…
ordinary people change the world :: real life heroes
The world we live in can be really scary and overwhelming. Because of this (and so many other reasons) I love sharing books with my kids that teach them about real life heroes. Books that don’t only teach but also make it interesting to my kids to learn are even better and thankfully I have…
say hello to a more friendly ingredient toothpaste + giveaway
Getting your kids to brush your teeth is a battle sometimes. With the right toothbrush and toothpaste, this could get a little easier for you. Hello knows that new parents, today, research the best options for their children, and are open to trying new brands that best meet their values and health needs for their…
hard candy :: bathing beauties bath and body collection :: giveaway
It’s that time of year where you should have ideas in the back of your head for teacher gifts, stocking stuffers, and Christmas gifts. If you find yourself at Walmart, you will find Hard Candy products. Nobody wants cheap and disgusting smelling perfume or bath products. You know the ones that people give from the…
a simple recipe :: chicken parmesan casserole {freezer meal}
I’ve been having a hard time with my meal planning over the past couple weeks! We have been eating the same type of meals over and over and I’ve been looking for some new recipes and trying to bring back some of our old favorites into our routine! I came across a recipe a friend…
how to sell your old cell phones
The Christmas season is just around the corner, and the rush of it all is growing every day. And with Christmas, comes the task of finding the right gifts for your loved ones. What is of your Christmas gifts list for this year? Might you have one or more people who wish for a new…
the five or less method :: simple packing for fall travel
Weekend trips can be the easiest way to get away, and often the hardest to pack for! Unless you are a super low-maintenance gal or you live an ultra minimalist lifestyle, packing an overnight bag can feel a little daunting. What if you forget something you really need? This simple packing method helps eliminate the urge to throw…
a simple recipe :: candy bar blondie bars
Halloween is tomorrow and both my kids are so excited to get all dressed up in their costumes! Neither of them realize that tomorrow is a day that they will probably receive more candy than they need to eat, but they are excited to wear their costumes and get to see what everyone else is…
top 5 kid-friendly youtube channels (according to my kids)
Within the past year or so my family has really started to enjoy some of the channels we have found on YouTube. With kids aged 2, 7, and 10 we are still VERY conscious of what content they get to watch on YouTube, but there are a few channels that they enjoy that I have…
turning 50 doesn’t have to stink :: fresh wave :: giveaway
You know you are getting older when your friends start turning 40….or even 50 years old. I’m 36 and I remember when my mom was my age and thought she was OLD! I have a new perspective on age as the clock keeps ticking. My friends who have had monumental birthdays have handled them so…
empower women by simplifying mealtime (yep, it’s a win-win)!
As most of you already know, I’m a bit of a foodie. I love to cook and bake–and I love to eat great food! But I like to keep it simple because I’m a mom with three kids and, like it or not, that means I’m busy! I also like to do what I can…











