Why Can’t We Be Friends?
Warning: Slightly political post. Or mostly political. I was born in Texas, grew up in a Southern Baptist church, and currently live in a state that is first to go red during presidential elections. So I know many [...]
Farmhouse Bathroom Remodel
When we purchased our 150 year old farmhouse 5 years ago, we had at least 100 ideas we would "for sure" do over the next few years to make it our own. But as it turns out, projects [...]
We’ll Want to Remember These 6 Things About the 2020 Quarantine
I've had the though several times over the last month that quarantine feels a bit like maternity leave. Having experienced four maternity leaves, I know that once the leave is over, I tend to look back on the [...]
Our DIY Coffee Bar
Some days, coffee is the only thing that gets me out of bed. I dread pulling off the covers until I think of the rich smell, frothed milk, and warm ceramic mug in my hands, and then I'm [...]
Real Mom Health- Meet Rachel
I feel like I struggled with my weight my whole life. I remember hating going to the doctor when I was a kid because I knew my weight would be discussed, and I didn’t want to think [...]
Is It a Diet or Lifestyle?
“It’s not a diet, it’s a lifestyle.” “It can’t be a diet to work, it has to be a lifestyle change.” We’ve all heard these phrases before. People usually say this either in defense of a diet [...]
Real Mom Health: Meet Kristina
By Kristina Dewig Growing up I was always “the chubby girl.” The funny thing is, it’s not until a certain age do you know that you are “the chubby girl.” In elementary school, I was aware my [...]
DIY Rustic Jewelry Organizer
If your jewelry is organized anything like mine, you spend at least 5 minutes every morning untangling necklaces and looking for a matching pearl earring. Ideally, my jewelry is stored in the small vanity drawer of my [...]
My Home Office and How to Make Your Own Creative Space
When I decided to start blogging, I knew I wanted a designated space in our home for me to work and write. A fun, inspiring work area is a breeding ground for creativity, for adults and kids [...]
Why You Shouldn’t Skip Breakfast
There’s a good chance any diet advice you grew up hearing probably caused you more harm than good (I'm talking to you, low-fat craze, calorie counting, juice cleansing, etcetera etcetera etcetera). But there’s one tip drilled into your [...]