Almost three weeks in to those New Year’s Resolutions… how well are you keeping on track? I’ve found that keeping a written record seems to help me stay accountable to myself with how I’m actually doing with my goals. Whether it be a food journal, exercise log, budget book, a thankfulness journal, prayer requests, etc….
sinfulcolors birthday bundle cosmetics :: giveaway
Do you ever wish you could do your makeup as nice as it looks through a Snapchat filter? I often find myself studying the eye makeup. When I opened the SinfulColors Birthday Bundle, my first thought was SNAPCHAT FILTER COLORS! The shimmering shades and metallic colors are quite fun to play with. I will admit…
a simple recipe :: stuffed hasselback apples {a 3 ingredient, 2 minute recipe}
This recipe is part of a collaboration as a Wella Bar ambassador. I am not paid for this work but I do occasionally receive free Wella bars to use in my recipes. Our family gives up dessert every January. After the overindulgence in December, it’s a good way to get into better habits each year….
mommin’ around in a sienna mini van from #drivetoyota
What do you love most about the vehicle you drive? Then, what do you dislike about the vehicle you drive? I know there are pros and cons to every vehicle. I have to say though, I never have wanted a mini van, EVER! We always had one growing up and I didn’t care for it…
all you really need is a little dry shampoo and a lot of coffee
We’ve hit mid January! Cold has settled in, and then a couple warm days, and now back to the bitter cold. It seems like the perfect weather to just get cozy inside the house and only head out the door when you really need to. We always try to take advantage of the few warmer…
couple gets a surprise baby :: feel good story
This cute story popped up on my brother’s newsfeed because he’s Facebook friends with this couple. He read me their birth story and it was quite amazing. Since it made the news, I thought I would share this nice story with you. Sometimes it’s feels good to read something on the internet that makes you…
letting little imaginations soar :: superhero sewing :: easy to sew designs
Imaginative play is such an important – and fun! – part of a child’s life. My kids love to play dress-up with everything from Disney princess dresses to Avengers costumes to my old cowboy boots. It is so neat to see what they put together…a tan hoodie, a brown polar fleece remnant, and some tall…
raising readers :: 1000 books before kindergarten + sleeping bear press finds
For longer than I care to admit my youngest has had ZERO interest in books. We would read about one page of a board book to him and he would be done – off to chase the next moving and doing activity. In spite of his lack of interest our family has continued to attempt…
fall in love all over again with shooshoos
Fall in love with shooshoos and their adorable styles. Nothing beats a fun unique style of shoes. I love the variety and c0lorful shoes they carry. We were on the search for a tennis shoes type shoe, when we noticed these adorable sneakers from shooshoos. A simple sneaker with an adjustable velcro strap and durable…
costco 6 piece sectional couch :: 1 year update
It’s time for an update on the Costco 6 piece sectional couch that we bought last year. I’m not being paid to write about this couch, I’m simply sharing because it’s been a great buy for our family and it’s back in stock at Costco.After one year, our couch has been thrown up on, we’ve…
4 tips for a simple school lunch makeover :: healthy new year
I know we aren’t the only ones trying to kick off the year with healthier habits. We tend to get a little out of control in December so we always start off the new year cutting out sweets and getting back on track. Yep, that includes the kids. In addition to cutting out sweets at…
put your old fabric scraps to work :: 4 fun DIY craft projects
If you love to sew and make other fabric crafts, chances are you have a box or wicker hamper full of leftover fabric. Whether you enjoy making clothing, stuffed animals for your kids or grandkids, curtains, or other projects, you might have many different types of fabric scraps on hand and have held onto them…











