I've partnered with KEEN shoes for this post. Labor day has come and gone and schools across the county are back in session. My kids started back with their schooling last week, only their schooling looks a bit different than most kids. It's estimated that 3% of children in the US are homeschooled, and my kids are thrilled to be included in that group. One of the reasons my ... Read More
Our Family Table {+ Trim Healthy Mama’s Trim Healthy Table Giveaway!}
This post is sponsored by Harmony Books and I received a copy of "Trim Healthy Mama's Trim Healthy Table". All opinions are my own. The table is an important part of our everyday family life. We play games there, eat, pray, hang out with friends, home school, do crafts, and so much more. So it's truly the hub of every day life here. It's even the place where I've sat down ... Read More
6 Benefits To Getting Active {+ Out & Back Box Review}
Everyone gets it. Life is busy. Right now, I feel like I'm running on E most days. As a mom to five, foster mom to three, farmers wife, and all the other hats I wear, I feel like being active is the last thing I have time for. But the truth is, studies show how beneficial exercise and being active is. So today, I partnered with Out & Back Box to bring you 6 Reasons To ... Read More
Finding Yourself after Being Lost in Motherhood
After having a few kids, a new body, and a bunch of new responsibilities you’ve probably found yourself wondering how you got here? I never thought I’d be one of those moms. You know, the moms that lose themselves in motherhood, who complain, who get in over their heads. One day, shortly after I had the twins, I was making lunch for my then one year old. He was whining and ... Read More
3 Ways to Win at Organization When You’re Raising Toddlers
The Ooly products mentioned in this post were provided to me at no cost to facilitate this post. Do you ever feel like you don't know which way is left or right? You miss dentist appointments, are late to church and are running out the door with one earring on? Then it sounds like you need some organization in your life! Being a mother means that you must split yourself ... Read More
Homeopathic Relief for Pink Eye {Plus a HUGE Back-To-School Giveaway!}
This is a sponsored post on behalf of PinkEye Relief, however all opinions are my own. This article is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your physician about any medical issues you may have. I'm seeing pumpkin spice everywhere these days and that can only mean one thing: fall is imminent! While I enjoy the smells and tastes of autumn, I'm not a fan of the cooler ... Read More
Copper Pearl ~ Premium Baby Accessories
This post is sponsored by Copper Pearl. All opinions are my own. Are you expecting or know someone who is? Parents are constantly being bombarded through social media and commercials about all this stuff that they will need. It's so easy to become overwhelmed! But honestly, that $1,000 stroller won't make you a better mom. Six different contraptions to set baby in will ... Read More
WIN a Magformers 100-Piece Building Set!
I'm always looking for educational toys for my kids to stimulate their minds and keep them occupied. One of my favorite educational toys are Magformers, which are magnetic building sets. Amber at Viva Veltoro recently shared 5 things kids can learn from Magformers! I've teamed up with Viva Veltoro and Magformers to give you a 100-Piece set of these awesome toys! Here is ... Read More
It’s Been Two Months
I should preface this post by saying that tonight I'm just blogging for me. I have no tips or helpful reviews. I suppose I'm blogging tonight in hopes of some encouragement and support from some of you ladies who have also walked the path of pregnancy loss. Writing is therapeutic for me and tonight I feel like I could really use it. So many of you reached out after I ... Read More
How I Made My Life Easier with a FREE Personal Shopper (And How You Can Too!}
I've partnered with Kids Things for this post. Lately, I have been feeling overwhelmed. I mean, really overwhelmed. I'm running a business full-time with my husband, taking care of 4 children (including homeschooling two of them), and helping my husband lead the youth group at our church -- among my other duties as wife and mom. People ask me sometimes how I do it all and the ... Read More