This is what it is like to be a parent while struggling with anxiety and depression. I've been an attentive mom lately. I mean, I've met their needs the past few days. I haven't been angry or even frustrated, but I haven't really been there. I feel like my life is just happening before me. I'm … Continue reading Parenting with Anxiety and Depression
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Manifestation of My Exhaustion
If I had a line break for every interruption I received while writing this post it would be 100 pages long. Smiling nods acknowledging the ball of multi-colored play-doh, wiping noses and butts, reading books, crazy shaking with Team Umizoomi and refilling a sippy cup for the 5th time are all happening before I get … Continue reading Manifestation of My Exhaustion
(Giveaway Closed) Oilogic Giveaway & Review!
You know, it's one thing to find a product that you like and works well. It's a whole new ball game when you find a brand that makes you want to share their products with the world! I have found that with Oilogic and I want to share their products with you in this giveaway! … Continue reading (Giveaway Closed) Oilogic Giveaway & Review!
Time Doesn’t Heal All Wounds, But Something Else Does…
I remember when my dad passed away people would tell me that time would heal me. Eventually the holidays wouldn't be as painful, I'd stop crying when I looked at pictures of him and I wouldn't be angry and bitter. All of those things have happened but I cannot give time the credit of healing … Continue reading Time Doesn’t Heal All Wounds, But Something Else Does…
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This Is “Married With Children” Sexy
Dear Husband, I want you to know that I truly think you're the sexiest man on this planet. I still get butterflies when I see you. As much as I pretend that I hate it, I think it's hilarious when you thrust your nude manhood around like an unemployed stripper. I love it when you drop … Continue reading This Is “Married With Children” Sexy
Creative Personalized Gifts – Crafty Creations
Pinterest is chock full of beautiful personalized crafts and gifts. My heart wants to try my hand at them but my head and hands say otherwise. I am not a creatively crafty person but lucky for me, I have come across Crafty Creations. Anissa is the mastermind behind the most meaningful, creative and adorable personalized gifts I … Continue reading Creative Personalized Gifts – Crafty Creations
Why You Should Wait Until You’re Financially Set To Have Children
You may have stumbled upon this blog post for several reasons. Perhaps your SO is ready to start a family but you're panicked because you just saw that raising a child actually costs something like $2 million. Maybe your co-worker is upset that their daycare cost went up $15 for the second time this year … Continue reading Why You Should Wait Until You’re Financially Set To Have Children
SAHM Cleaning Hacks
Before having my second child I thought it would be damn near impossible to get any cleaning done around the house. Some days, I don't get anything done. I have to say that my biggest piece of advice is to just accept that some days your house will look like ish. That's ok. Any mom … Continue reading SAHM Cleaning Hacks
To The Girls Who Miss Their Dads on Father’s Day
It'll be strange tomorrow when you wake up and the person you're wanting to celebrate is no longer here. It'll sting when you watch commercials celebrating Father's Day and it is yet another reminder that your dad is not here. When you get that email suggesting you make a purchase for your dad and it just … Continue reading To The Girls Who Miss Their Dads on Father’s Day