My IG blew up after a posted a picture of the new space I made for my college daughter and her "husband." Yes, she got married. I giggled at the questions because since I share everything (open book here), friends/followers were stunned when they caught that little snippet. The thing is, I needed to grieve a few things before I shared. See, it didn't happen the way I had dreamed it would. preface Let me preface this blog post with a couple questions I'm going to get asked. She … [Read more...] about Welcome to the Family Jesse
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Top Resources For Kids During Social Distancing
Day 3 of total social distancing for us here and for the past week, I've compiled a long list of my favorite resources for parents and kids to keep them busy. I want to preface this blog post by saying a few things first. If all you have time for is to keep food in their bellies, you're doing a great job momma. This is not a time for panic that your kids are not learning, it's a time for closeness. Top resources for kids during social distancing. Click on any image or heading to be … [Read more...] about Top Resources For Kids During Social Distancing
What real motherhood looks like
We see that little pink line on the pregnancy test and everything changes in an instant. We shop for tiny little baby socks, research the best bottles (even though we know we'll never need them), and plan for outings with our tiny new bundle of joy because we believe our lives will be the exact same...just with a perfect version of ourselves wrapped tightly in a baby carrier around our body. I mean, life can't change that much right? What real moms are like. I woke up to a tiny hand poking my … [Read more...] about What real motherhood looks like
Building a strong foundation
I was texting with my college child this morning when a wave of gratitude hits me. We have a bond I only dreamed of. I'm not parenting expert by any way, shape, or form, but I do have time under my belt. I sat and thought about all the things I had done right, with twinges of heartache for the learning curve I had to experience as well. Building a strong foundation takes dedication, time, and a whole lot of grace. Where do you start? My 20 year old's words... My text to her this morning: "I'm … [Read more...] about Building a strong foundation
How to create the perfect bedtime routine
Ahhhh, sleep. As parents, we all want it, we all struggle from time time with getting it, and we all have one goal in mind, get our kids to not only sleep through the night, but with ease. Here is how to create the perfect bedtime routine. I have had 20 years of parenting experience so far (gahhhh that sounds so old lol), so I've had my fair share of not so good sleepers. With that being said, I have found tried and true tips that not only seem to help little people with sleep, but to … [Read more...] about How to create the perfect bedtime routine
My Top 10 Essential Oils
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
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
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
