Amy
Amy is an Oklahoma City Native who is the mom of 3 kids ages 14, 11, and 9 and married to her college sweetheart. She ditched Corporate America and her accounting career in order to pursue her creative side and keep up with her kids. She is the author of the blog JustFinishStrong where she blogs about food, family and fitness. Coffee, a scenic run, her border collie, Izzy, and exotic chocolate are a few of her favorite things!
Your Child’s First Job {Free Printable!}
I remember the day I turned 16. I got my driver's license, drove to school all by myself in the largest car ever made, and started my first job to pay for it all. It...
Top 10 Reasons to Love your 40’s (Love Your Decade Series)
The truth is, I have 4 months, 14 days, and a few hours before I'm actually 40. But, that being said, I'm not dreading it like most people do. I'm kinda excited about it....
Taking Care of You
*Disclaimer: I am not a certified fitness professional. I'm just a mom who found her inner athlete and feels better about herself and wants you to do the same!
After having 3 babies I found...
The Comparison Game
If you sit on the outside of the group of moms chit chatting while their 2 year old children play, you might hear something like this.
Mom 1: Sooooo Johnny is completely potty trained! I...
Remembering
I was in college. I had the best college job ever, I was a school bus driver. It fit perfectly into my schedule. Drive my route in the morning, go to class, drive my...
Smoothies: Sneaking in the Good Stuff
You know, they say that in Europe, children eat whatever is put in front of them. In America, not so much. We most likely cater too much to our children's food desires. We all...
Its Pizza Night!
Friday nights have evolved into pizza night at our house. It's how we kick off the weekend. Mom doesn't have to cook, and movies, popcorn and pillows are not far behind. The other day...
When Do I Let Go?
I am a rookie mom of a middle-schooler. My oldest is in the 6th grade. Almost immediately I saw the changes in him. He wanted me to drop him off at a friends...
The After Hours Nosh
I don't know about you, but once I've put my brood down for the night, it hits me. It's like clockwork - 9:00pm. I need something really good to eat. It's the after hours...
How to Start a Date Night Coop
Remember date night pre-children? If you wanted to spend 2 hours getting ready, you could. Have a craving for some Mexican food? Jump in the car and go! And then, lets throw in a...
Help! I Lost My Bedroom Mojo! (And Tips to Find it Again)
Oh we all imagine the bliss of our little families after we have children. We envision sitting on the couch snuggling with our husbands, watching the children play nicely on the floor in front...
Making the Most of Meal Planning
You have to feed your entire family 3 times a day, every single day. And that doesn't' include snacks. No pressure.
Meal planning can be intimidating and overwhelming. But in today's world, it is a...