We've been using Young Living essential oils in our home since 2013. I actually had to look that date up because it's been such a long time. I started to dive deeper into more holistic ways of treating sickness in our home when a friend of mine was going to a small gathering to learn all about this "witch craft" as my husband calls it. No, he's not being serious, he does it to make me laugh, I was hooked. He will be one of the first people to tell you that these little oils not only work, but … [Read more...] about My Top 10 Essential Oils
January Financial Roundup
It's finally here. The moment where we're under 50k. Every moment, every sacrifice is going to pay off and I will shout from the rooftops when it happens. Here is our January financial roundup. If you're new here, let me get you up to date. We have been following Dave Ramsey's baby steps for a long dang time, but up until July of 2019, we did it "Dave-ish." Anyone who follows him knows what that means, but for those who don't, we didn't go all in. That is until last year. I was … [Read more...] about January Financial Roundup
Homemade Elderberry Syrup
Elderberry syrup. There are so many studies out there about this little miracle dark purple berry, but it can be pretty expensive when you go to purchase it. That and the fact you go through that tiny 4oz bottle fast when you have little sickly children in the house. A few years ago I started researching more about making my own and gave it a go. It's so dang easy, you make so much more, and it really does work. Here are the steps to make your very own homemade elderberry syrup right at … [Read more...] about Homemade Elderberry Syrup
Top 5 Books To Read this Year
Anyone who knows me, knows I love to read...or love to collect books ;) That being said, it takes a lot to hold my attention so the books I choose have to be something I'm not only interested in, but have to hold my grip. There have been plenty of times when I started a book and just couldn't finish it, but these top 5 not only fascinated me, but made me want more. Here are the top 5 books to read this year. Please note this blog post contains affiliate links. If a purchase is made … [Read more...] about Top 5 Books To Read this Year
2020 We Welcome You
Persevere My word for 2020 is persevere. Keep going. Don't stop. Continue in a course of action even in the face of difficulty. 2020 we welcome you. I know a lot of people balk at "new year's resolutions," "new goals," "new visions," but I thrive on them. I love to see what people have set out before them. Things they want to accomplish, tasks they want to complete, fresh starts, and new visions they have set to conquer. It's inspiring. I cringe when I see people poking fun at … [Read more...] about 2020 We Welcome You
6 Weeks In
Move Update Well, it's been 6 weeks. Even typing that makes my heart flutter. How on earth has it been SIX WEEKS ALREADY? I've taken some time away from blogging because to be honest, moving was a lot. It's been so long since the last time we moved, I had forgotten how much goes into it. You can read all about our move (why, when, how) here: Family Updates. The move itself went great! Surprising I(we) have gotten the house in order and I'm now just figuring out how I want … [Read more...] about 6 Weeks In
To The New Owners of Our Home
Our Farewell Letter To the new owners, I wanted to take a moment to give you some insights on the home you just purchased. I bought this house in 2005. I was very pregnant with my 2nd baby and the excitement of purchasing our first home fueled not only a sense of pride, but a joy only first home buyers will understand. It was ours and ours alone. I had dreams in my heart and I knew we had made it to our soft place to land. Not long after we signed that dotted line, I became a single parent … [Read more...] about To The New Owners of Our Home
Family Updates
A rollercoaster ride Well, the last 4 weeks have most certainly been a rollercoaster ride. Our family has big changes coming and since I've gotten so many questions, I thought this was the simplest way to share :) The official family updates post. We bought a house The initial plan was to move summer 2020, and that plan quickly left my brain after realizing I was only seeing my husband 6 days a month. We are a tight family unit, so this was like missing a limb for 24 days a month and I … [Read more...] about Family Updates
Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide For Kids
Gift ideas solved I don't know about you, but I like to give quality gifts. I've had my fair share of plastic toys that not only break, but that they kids play with a handful of times and then never touch again. Not anymore. Here is my Ultimate Christmas Guide for Kids. Please note this blog post contains affiliate links. If a purchase is made through one of my links, I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Etsy MaisieTaylorDesigns has nothing short of adorable gifts. … [Read more...] about Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide For Kids
Mental Health & Kids
Emotionally Healthy Children Mental health and kids and raising emotionally healthy children has been on my mind lately. I was up late the other other night flipping through Pinterest when I came across an article that struck a cord with me. Then I saw a recent post about a pastor that had taken his own life after battling with depression and anxiety leaving a beautiful wife and two boys. The epidemic of mental health afflictions are on the rise and it got me thinking "am I doing what I can to … [Read more...] about Mental Health & Kids
