For more than 2 years, eMeals has been our families way of connecting over a home cooked dinner. We have tried several of the plans and I could boast about all of them. While the hubby and I were loving the clean eating plan, the kids were not as impressed. In attempt to curb the… [Read More]
A Pocket Full of Mustard Seeds
For the last month or so, I have been letting my oldest son sit in the front seat of the van during our 10 minute morning commute. Normally, he is in the “way way back” playing on his Ipad or reading a book. Conversation is at a minimum because we basically have to yell at each other and he says “huh” a lot,… [Read More]
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Celebrate Mother’s Day with Hallmark
Disclaimer: I am a Love, Hallmark Blogger and receive special opportunities through my affiliation. All opinions, ideas, thoughts and photos are my own and are in no way copied or coerced. There is nothing like getting that special card for Mother’s Day. You know, the one with that sloppy misspelled name or that smear of… [Read More]
Book Praise & Giveaway: The Story of Jesus Board Book
Disclaimer: I am a Tommy Mommy and receive products in exchange for my honest opinions. All thoughts, ideas, opinions and photos are my own and were not influenced in any way. Awww! What is sweeter than a cute little board book? What about a cute little board book about the sweetest story of all – The… [Read More]
Memories to Last a Lifetime
In June of 2010, I was on vacation with my family. I had just come in from the beach and received a call from my Mom that they had found a spot on her lungs. She once had been a heavy smoker but had quit for about 20 years. The ominous spot required further testing…. [Read More]
eMeals – New Kid Friendly Plan & Recipe
Disclaimer: I am an eMeals blogger. I receive my meal plan for free in exchange for the promotion of their products. However, I am a true fan and user and value their great resource. All thoughts, idea sand opinions are mine and the the property of Sunshine Praises. After being on the Family Plan for… [Read More]
Faith Through Cancer: No Words
This past Thursday morning, I got the call that I had been dreading for 3 long years… It’s time to come home. Bring the kids. It’s time to say good-bye. Goodbye. I have been racking my brain with exactly how you say goodbye to a parent. What words do you use? How do walk away know… [Read More]
10 Little Things I Love About Breastfeeding
Despite what breastfeeding proponents want you to believe, breastfeeding is hard. The early days weeks are exhausting, painful, frustrating. Your body is not yours, you are still healing from birth and for many of us, you wander zombie like throughout the day in a sopping wet shirt. Regardless of the difficulties, there comes a moment when you… [Read More]
Reflections from My Year as a Cheer Mom
When Lu was just 3 years old, we signed her up for dance, gymnastics and soccer. We believe in the benefits of group activities and the importance of regular physical activity. From the beginning Lu has enjoyed the various activities but she has never really fallen in love with something. Then this past summer, some… [Read More]