Does the title of this post just scream oxymoron to you? Finding peace in Motherhood. It might seem far off, but it's not. It's a choice and it's something all of us moms can do and have. I was sent a copy of Ariel & Shya Kane's book, Being Here...Too, to read and if I'm really honest, reading ins't my "thing". But I really want to make a ... View the Post
Weekend Edit + Back To School
Happy Monday! I'm struggling today, since the boys went back to school. I can't believe how fast this summer flew by. Cooper is 10. I have 7 more summers with him until he's off to college and it's gut wrenching to think about that. I feel like I'm having such an easier time being patient with my wild 2 year old, now seeing how fast the years go. ... View the Post
Friday Favorites
Happy Friday from Surf City, NC! If you're wondering where that is, I was too. Haha. My In-laws booked this place, told us it was 4 hours away, so we were obviously on board! 1 week, 21 people and a ton of fun has been had this week! I will share lots more about this great area, but it's Friday favorites first! Beach Time The crowds are low, the ... View the Post
Vacation Goals and Family Time
*This post is sponsored by Avon. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Ahhh vacation. It doesn't take too much of the stress of life to want one. Need one. Everything is easier when your mindset changes. I still do laundry. Still cook dinner. Still shop for ingredients for that dinner as well as copious amounts of snacks, but everything just feels ... View the Post
Friday Favorite Things – June
Happy Friday! This week has been busier than we've had in awhile, but so fun and productive! There's been a lot of good happening lately, so I want to share with you my Friday Favorite Things! Favorite Purchase: I get that it's moderately ridiculous. But I'm in love! This flamingo is actually a pool, that can also be used as a float. I bought it ... View the Post
Maintaining YOU (as a Stay at Home Mom This Summer)
Hey mommas. Summer is here! I know for me, it always starts off with such excitement to sleep in. To have my babies home. To go where and when we want. Then about a week into summer break, I'm grey from all the fight breaking-up-ing and I feel guilty about doing anything on my own. NEWS FLASH. We don't have to entertain our kids all summer. ... View the Post