The weather has been hot with lots of sunshine - which are your typical Midwest summer days. But honestly, it's been perfect. We spend...
At the beginning of quarantine, my kids seemed so happy for the extra time to be together. My oldest, in particular, who was in...
Love at first sight
Life is funny. At 22 years old, I began my first teaching job. I was a bit pouty because this job was...
As we enter month five of quarantine, I've finally jumped on the trend: sourdough baking. I've always been interested in learning how to make...
The Merriam-Webster definition of rest is "to cease from action or motion; refrain from labor or exertion." As a wife, mom, and full-time employee,...
Disclaimer: What follows here might sound absolutely absurd. But here’s the deal—I love Jesus. I have not, and I am not always great at...
The Roaring Twenties baby!!!! Wasn’t that what we jokingly said back on January 1st? Have mercy on us all this year - between Covid-19,...
Now more than ever, parents are taking a mama and papa bear approach to parenting. The protection of our children has become more strict...
I was a public school teacher for thirteen years. My kids attend public schools, and I will proudly say that if there is one...
Valentine's Day, such a sweet day to celebrate the love between a couple, maybe get some flowers and if you are lucky a possible...
It’s that Goldilocks time of year, not too hot, not too cold, just right--and that won’t last long! It’s time to play outside. With...
Back to school time usually carries various emotions--feeling sentimental, anticipation, excitement, etc. (for kids and parents). However, this new school year is like no other,...
I feel like I'm finally thriving. I'm tired, my house is a mess, my child is almost three, potty training is a nightmare most...
The first of July marked Indiana joining 22 other states that require phones to be in hands-free mode. Now here in Indiana, you can...


















