Disney Cruise Vacation Planning on a Budget

It's happening! My dream vacation is happening this year! We've decided to take the leap and go on a Disney cruise with the kids and my mother-in-law in early Fall. It's going to be a magical vacation and I'm looking forward to getting the ball rolling and making some concrete plans. Anytime we bring up …

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What I Ate On My First Week Of NutriSystem

  My first week on Nutrisystem was quite a learning experience. I will say though, that it pumped me up and motivated me like nothing has before. Because I decided to really indulge in all my fatty junky favorites the day before starting my Nutrisystem diet, I found myself starving. Check out my previous post …

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 …

The Person I Let Happen

"I love the person I've become because I fought to become her." - Kaci Diane   I recently saw this quote pop up on my Facebook feed and I was awestruck by how far removed I have become from its message. In the past couple years, especially the last year, I have found myself living life …

What My Kids Will Learn from Their Grandfather In Heaven

Nearly one year ago I lost my dad to cancer. I was four months pregnant with my second son and it undoubtedly changed my life forever. While it is the most devastating loss I have experienced, it has made me a more conscious and loving mother. It's funny the things you remember about a person …

Crochet Memories

My granny was the type of grandmother everyone wishes they had. She was soft spoken, intelligent, thoughtful, and so incredibly strong. One year ago today she passed away. While I'm still grieving her passing, she has continued to teach me so much. Granny made the most beautiful crochet doilies. Made with the most delicate yarn …