Britnie Sims

Britnie Sims
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I grew up in sunny California and moved to Oklahoma to attend college. That is where I met my amazing husband, and now we are here to stay! I live in Blanchard with my husband and three kiddos. We also have two standard poodles who we all adore and consider a part of our family! My family likes to stay busy, and we are always on the go exploring Norman and OKC. I love to write, and I document my adventures on this crazy journey of motherhood on my personal blog!

I Suck At Elf On The Shelf

I love the Christmas season.  I love the cold weather, shiny paper, presents, and watching Christmas movies.  I can't get enough of the family time and the pure joy that the Christmas season brings. However,...

The Best Places for Indoor Fun in OKC

  Gone are the days of splash pads and sandals.  Now when we leave the house my kids are bundled up in warm layers, and I find myself saying things like, "No, socks on your...

There’s No Silver Lining On Black Friday

Up until last year, I was a black friday virgin. Before, when I would hear the words "Black Friday", I was filled with intrigue.  Now when I hear those words, I'm filled with fear and panic,...

Braless In The Backyard: A Tale of Gratitude

There are some new stages in a baby's life that are down right adorable.  First words are precious.  First steps are endearing.  Sleeping through the night is ah-mazing. However, every now and again a new...

True Life: Living With Crippling Anxiety

I have struggled with anxiety for practically my entire life. I remember being in elementary school, sitting at my desk, and worrying. As I grew older, there were times in my life when my anxiety...

Boredom Busters: How To Host A Busy Bag Swap

Do you ever have those days where there are never enough activities to keep your kiddos busy?  There are days when time seems to go by so slowly, and I hear my kids saying...

The Shopping Trip Survival Guide

Before I had children, I loved shopping.  I could spend hours at the mall or browsing though the cosmetic aisles of any drugstore.  I would go to the grocery store without a care in the...

5 Ways to Avoid Losing Your Mind as a Mom

I consider myself a pretty patient and even-tempered person, however there are times when having three small children tests my patience like nothing else.  One can only take cheerios smashed into the carpet, sibling...

Homeschooling: Why I Took the Plunge

I never intended on being a home school mom. My husband and I had discussed the possibility of homeschooling, but I never gave it more than a passing thought. In fact, I had every intention of...

10 Simple Spider Safety Tips

A couple of weeks ago, on a sunny afternoon, my kids were taking full advantage of the nice day by playing outside in the front yard with their friends.  My husband and I were...

My Child Is “Weird” And That’s Okay

I am a girl's girl. I've forever loved all things dainty and feminine. My teenage days were filled with slumber parties, shopping, hanging with my other girly-girl friends, gossiping about boys, and nail polish. After...

I Didn’t Equate To Kate After Delivery

I, along with the rest of the world, watched as the beautiful and poised Kate Middleton left the hospital with her gorgeous baby girl. If there ever was a princess, it is Kate Middleton....