Monthly Archives: January 2016

Grace Over Guilt

Recently, I caught myself being super judgmental.  I actually told an exhausted new mama of two that her children deserved better.  I told her...

Saying Goodbye to Over the Top Kid’s Parties

There is something so fun and exciting about birthday parties.  Every year my kids love to choose their favorite theme, and then I love the ultra...

The Burrito Stage of Pregnancy {Surviving the First Trimester}

There is nothing glamorous about the first trimester of pregnancy. Let's just all agree to agree on that before we proceed. The first trimester...

TMI! It’s Killing My Mama Mojo

I am a DIYer to my core. I contend that is why I'm also a self-help junkie. I mean, self-diagnosis of medical ailments and...

What I Teach My Kids About Politics

It's only January and already we are being bombarded with political ads and what-have-you. Election year brings out some of the worst in people....

Yes, I Spoil My Baby

I was walking through a crowded flea market with my baby snuggled close in his carrier when I heard a woman whisper to her...

Why A Cheap Tank of Gas Worries Me

Did you know that one in five jobs in Oklahoma are related to the Oil & Gas industry?  There are hundreds of companies tied...

Reading Challenge! #16in2016

I love to read and sharing my favorite authors and books with others. I had a baby in 2015 though so my reading game...

Your Guide to Family Friendly Races in OKC

Does one of your fitness goals for 2016 include running or walking?  Whether you'd like to complete your first 5k, run a race as a...

How To Have a Date Night – At HOME!

I'll say it.  Dating after having kids sucks.  It requires: Time Money Planning And a babysitter And I don't know about you but I might have one or two of...

Peeing Alone…and Other Things I Did Before I Had Kids

Parenthood means that we teach our kids between right and wrong. We teach them about the world around us. We teach them to sleep...

Family Friendly Valentine Events in OKC

The day of love is upon us! Although Valentine's Day can be a romantic day of celebration for you and your partner, there are...