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A Mommy, a Daddy, and a Deck

May 11, 2015 By Meredith 1 Comment

Finding a way and a time to take a break with your husband when you have young kids in the house is a beast. But not only can it be done, it NEEDS to be done. Here's the easiest, no-cost way to date your spouse tonight!

Once upon a time, there was a Mommy and a Daddy. They were happy, but they were very, very tired. You see, their 3 yr. old and 5 yr. old were the adorable lights of their lives, but these children required a rather sizable expenditure of energy. To feed them. To make sure backpacks were […]

Filed Under: Babies, Couple Time, Escapism, Health, Leaving the House, Quiet Time, Young Kids

Win Mother’s Day Hollywood-Style

May 8, 2015 By Meredith 83 Comments

I want to win this giveaway! Scoring a swag bag gifted to celebrities is a dream-come-true with this giveaway! Enter this easy-peasy giveaway for a boatload of fun goodies and loot for Mother's Day worth over $1700!

Do you ever swoon a little when you hear about the incredible swag celebs score at events? Well, here’s your chance to stop swooning and start scoring the loot for yourself! When Distinctive Assets (est. in 1999 and producer of gift bags and backstage gift lounges for practically every major award show) contacted me about the fabulous gift bags they […]

Filed Under: Celebrities, Fashion, Girlhood, Giveaway, Mommy's Favorites, Online Shopping

Celebrate Mom with Flowers

May 7, 2015 By Meredith 2 Comments

Flower bouquets are a gorgeous way to say "I love you" and "Thank you" to the special mom, friend, or girl in your life. Every woman loves flowers and what a perfect thank-you gift!

I love my husband. He is a good man, a really good man. But sadly, his bent on being logical doesn’t allow him to understand flowers, “They cost so much and just die. You can’t keep them.” Exactly. This is exactly the point. Ladies want to be special enough to be spoiled with something pretty, even if […]

Filed Under: Birthdays, Girlhood, Grief, Mommy's Favorites, Online Shopping

Green Plane Shark Attack

May 5, 2015 By Meredith 10 Comments

Don't have a superstar player? No sweat; you can still enjoy the game for what it's worth. Delight in your child's unique gifts and enjoy!

Hello, I’d like to introduce you to the Green Plane Shark Attacks. Lest your nerves quake in fear over the ferocity of this name, rest easy. This is merely what my 5 year old son’s soccer team calls themselves. As best as I can figure, the coach gave up on reaching a consensus and allowed each of the […]

Filed Under: Exercise, Health, School, Toddler Playtime

Should You Keep Your Baby Up Late For Summertime Fun?

May 4, 2015 By Meredith 3 Comments

Summertime is full of trips and celebrations, but keeping your baby's sleep schedule sorted during all the fun can be so tricky? Are late bedtimes and skipped naps worth it? This smart sleep expert weighs in with all the considerations and tips for making sure your little one gets the rest she needs. I would never have thought of some of these smart tips and advice!

I would say getting your child to sleep through the night is one of the biggest head-scratchers as a parent, but let’s be honest: when you are going on night upon sleepless night, you’re not just scratching your head, you’re sobbing in repetitive fantasy of burying yourself under the covers–perhaps for a week. My kids are […]

Filed Under: Babies, Guest Blogger, Naptime, Sleeping Children, Young Kids

The Ancient Allure of The Dovekeepers

May 1, 2015 By Meredith 16 Comments

What a powerful book! Hoffman does skilled work of using historical fiction to make real ancient stories in a fascinating, captivating way. Through this novel, my own faith was strengthened as I learned about the fascinating plight of the Jews in Roman persecution. I never thought I would be so captivated, but trust me, you have to check this book out!

This has been a heavy week around here. With some hard truths about the trickiness of trying to balance it all to an honest confession about my son’s education, I so appreciate you letting me share my heart with you. I love being real about this life, about all the things that grip and stretch us–you know, the […]

Filed Under: Book Club, Books, Escapism, Reading

Make Your Memorial Day Weekend an Extra Special Staycation

April 29, 2015 By Meredith 4 Comments

Having 3 days off feels fabulous! Not to mention the chance to welcome in summer and the warm weather! But having the money to go somewhere special or take a vacation can be overwhelming, as well as the hassle of planning and packing for a trip. No sweat! Check out these 9 greats tips to plan the best staycation ever--I would never have thought of #3!

Vacations are a lot of fun, but of course they can also be a lot of work. If you and your family can’t agree on a vacation destination, or you’ve been to all of your nearest vacation spots, or you’re just not in the mood to pack a suitcase and pile into the car, then […]

Filed Under: Escapism, Holidays, Leaving the House, Saving Money, Vacations

I’m Tired of People Telling Me My Kid Needs to Be Fixed

April 28, 2015 By Meredith 56 Comments

Even in the best school systems, it can be so challenging for a child who doesn't fit the perfect learning mold and has trouble completing classroom or homework assignments. If your child has ever struggled with attention disorders or staying focusing, you'll want to read this honest look at one momma's heart in working through challenges. Take encouragement in the truths here--you aren't alone!

Let me be clear from the get-go: no one has actually ever said these words. No, this is purely my sensitive Momma’s heart hearing implications that may or may not be there. And let my appreciation of my son’s teachers and our school district also be abundantly clear. I feel very blessed to live where we do […]

Filed Under: Preschool, School, Young Kids

Robbing Peter to Pay Paul

April 27, 2015 By Meredith 10 Comments

Accepting that as a mom, my kids' needs come first has been a hard thing to get used to. The daily struggle of managing schedules and organizing it all is a beast, but here is the one thing I remember when it all starts to feel too overwhelming. Read on to learn how to press through this season of parenting--it can be done!

I write a lot about working hard to accept our age and stage in this life, probably because it’s one of the things I struggle with the very most on a day-to-day basis. It never seems fair. Or right. Or like it makes sense. It is that odd 12 minutes you have in between herding children […]

Filed Under: Babies, Exercise, Faith, Health, Homemaking, Messy House, Mommy Time, SAHM Life, Young Kids

Summertime Gift-Giving is in the Bag!

April 24, 2015 By Meredith 26 Comments

Shopping for Mother's Day? Teacher Gifts? Graduation or Father's Day? A Summer Birthday gift? The perfect gift solutions are here in this ultimate summertime product buying guide! Snatch up all the hot items of the season and be a hit with everyone on your list!

With Mother’s Day, the end of school, Father’s Day and summer birthdays coming our way, it almost feels like this season is as gift-giving busy as the holidays! It’s no secret that I love to shop, but our tight budget is always a concern. I really like to make sure that the items I purchase are […]

Filed Under: Birthdays, Giveaway, Holidays, Kid Birthday Parties, Mommy's Favorites, Online Shopping

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