Does being a homemaker, mom, and or wife ever feel a little too hard? (Like last week when I ran over my 8-year-old’s cat?) These moments happen! It has nothing to do with how much love you have for your family or home, sometimes our circumstances are simply exhausting! I spend too much time wishing […]
Archives for April 2016
Unplugging From Technology
There is a lie that most of us believe that has contributed to our “busy” problem that our society is currently under. Due to more people having access to the internet with email, social media, and cell phones, it is the assumption that we need to be available to everyone 24 hours each day. What […]
A Lesson In Forgiveness…The Day I Ran Over Nora’s Cat
I ran over Nora’s cat on Friday. Do you ever wish you had a reset button? A chance for a do over? I definitely would have liked to have one on Friday! Out of all the kids, it had to be Nora’s cat. My little “crazy cat lady” and her sidekick, Candy were just about […]
6 Things To Know About Rodan + Fields
When you look in the mirror, is there anything about your skin that you wish you could change? Chances are the answer to that is yes! Whether it’s acne, fine lines, or sensitive skin Rodan + Fields can help you change that “yes” into a “No! I love my skin!” My oldest daughter just turned 13. […]
Make Over Your Evenings! The Evening Routine For Success!
Are you overwhelmed when you wake up in the morning by everything you need to do? Do you work all day long, yet often get to the end of the day feeling exhausted and discouraged? Do you wish you had more energy and focus throughout the day? If this describes you, please know – you’re […]
4 Ways To Get Over A Bad Attitude
Since Saturday we have had about 6″ of rain. (Which was a huge blessing since we were entering a drought.) When it hasn’t been raining, the weather has been overcast, cool, and depressing! I’ve realized that 5 days without sunshine wears on me. I’ve been extra tired and I’ve struggled getting motivated to do the […]
Why I Need A Budget (And You Do, Too!)
I have a confession to make. I haven’t lived by a budget in far too long (and my bank account is showing it)! How about you? Are you disciplined or would you rather go to the dentist than think about creating a budget? I know that creating a budget can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t have […]
My Level 10 Life: 100 Level 10 Goals To Complete In 10 Years
Hello! I’m very excited about this post today. Last week I read The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod. I absolutely loved this book! I found it inspiring, thought-provoking, and very motivating to get me moving on my goals! In The Miracle Morning, Hal Elrod explains what he calls “Level 10 Success”. In order to create your own “Level 10 […]
When Getting Started Is The Hardest Part
Good morning! We had a super fun day yesterday! Maddie had her second junior high track meet, after that I took the 4 younger kids to their first high school soccer game and out for supper. Jason is busy in the fields so we spent a fun afternoon doing things we normally don’t do! I don’t […]
Can’t Change It
Friday was a hard day to be a farmer. If you have followed my Instagram account you know that our livelihood depends upon our farm which includes cattle and our crops. You also know that our cows not only help support our family, but they are part of our family so when things go wrong, […]