When I was a teen I heard a quote that has forever stuck with me. It was, “The man who…
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It’s okay if you Don’t Like Being a Mom Everyday.
I’ve just reached that crazy stage of mass destruction with my almost-2-year old, almost every second he’s awake. Today it…
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My Tough’s (Not) Tougher Than Your Tough: A New Focus for Infertility Awareness Week
Most of us recognize our tendencies to compare and compete– like keeping up with the neighbors or the many…
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Four Ways to Silence Your Inner Bully
“I wouldn’t even try that; you’ll probably just embarrass yourself.” “You should be ashamed of the way you look right…
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It’s Not About Busyness
Ever felt like Adda in A Bug’s Life—multi-tasking, running around frantically, but in circles? Or like Winnie the Pooh…as he…
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A Message For Moms: Please Keep Singing
Awhile back, we were taking a family drive in the car and my daughter started singing. Our 3-year old, rather…
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Slow Down Mommy
A few weeks ago I was taking my littles for a walk in the stroller, when the thought crossed my…
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Guest Post by a 2-Year Old {and a Toddler’s Dream Giveaway}
Alright, listen up all my little people, before I get into the nitty-gritty of our 2-year old woes, I would…
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It’s not me, It’s you…
Okay, let’s start this out right: Hello my name is Kristina, and I’m in love with my smartphone. Okay, so…
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All the Best Reasons You Should NEVER Have Kids
I came across an article the other day that listed all the reasons you should never have kids. After a…
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You’re Doing Better Than You Think
I think this daily gratitude thing should be a part of my life year-round. It’s soothing to my soul, and…
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My “Never Again” Shopping Trip
I have to put this into writing, because apparently I have amnesia. Several times I have taken both Offspring #1…
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Dear Jane: A Letter to Another Mother
Generically written, here are some words I have wished to express to certain friends and fellow mothers: Dear Jane, I…
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Pay It Forward: The real way to change the world
I was reading in the Bible today about Naaman. Anyone remember Naaman? The captain for the king of Syria? Well,…
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I WANT MORE: A Little Mermaid’s Little Lie
I recently went to a conference where I attended a few finance classes. Some of the focus ended up being…
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Mother Journal: You Can Do This
This Week’s Update: I’ve officially made it to week 2 in conquering my sugar cravings. I’ve had some really hard moments,…
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Children’s Books That Teach Important Life Lessons
I need your help! I’ve been on the search lately for cute children’s books that teach morals/life lessons. My toddler…
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“Blessed Are the Merciful” and a Little About my Hero
My toddler has started something new lately. If she gets into something, or destroys something, or yanks her little sister’s…
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Journeying Through Motherhood With the Help of Motivation
Today’s Guest Post Comes from Inspire My LIfe: No matter how ambitious or humble our goals, we cannot reach them…
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Good Mom vs Bad Mom
I read an excellent post today about the rise of social media and the way we compare ourselves as moms….
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Stay Positive: For the POOPY Days
Late last night when my pregnant self should have been tucked in bed and sound asleep, I was on the…
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How to Forgive: A Remarkable Experience
This week I learned a lot about how to forgive. I attended a funeral this which touched my heart so…
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For Young Moms: Perspective is Everything
Today I came upon a blog post that had me in tears and has started my week off with some…
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One of Those Days…
I had a post planned for today…but it’s just not happening. Because today I’ve had the crazies. Meaning it’s been…
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A Mother’s Best Friend: How to Do a Prayer Journal
Prayer Journal: Making Prayer Meaningful I firmly believe that prayer is a mother’s best friend. As a first time mom,…
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H&M…&M = Horror Mom Moment
Okay, here’s one of those posts that portrays that maybe I’m not the best mom and hopefully makes the rest…
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“You’re Ok” and Other Silly Things We Say to our Kids
I had Kinley in her exersaucer the other day while I was showering. She started crying of course because she…
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Mirror, Mirror on the Wall
I recently attended a seminar on body image with the youth (12-18) in our neighborhood. I was shocked at some…
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