Where I’m from, the temps today are in the low 60’s and just yesterday a beautiful little yellow leaf fell right next to my bright pink tennis shoe as I was buckling my little in his car seat. My pumpkin spice candle is crackling downstairs. Fall is in the air. This morning I dressed the …
All I Want Is My Kids To Live Love Out Loud
My twin girls are two years old and are at an age where they repeat what I say constantly. The other day I was carrying Emersyn from the house to the car and I dropped something. I said, “Oh shoot!” And the very next words from her mouth were, “Oh shoot, Momma!” Then there was …
When You Long For More Than Motherhood
This weekend I went to the Influence Conference. It was a much needed girls’ weekend with my sister-in-law, Madison, and my friend, Laura. We left our kids and husbands behind and had three full days to soak up time with each other and meet other bloggers and creatives from around the country. Going into the …
Right Where You Are Is Exactly Where You’re Supposed To Be
My husband and I spent the last three months preparing to move our family from one end of the Twin Cities to the other. We weren’t planning on a move this year, but with houses in our neighborhood selling quickly and a desire to be a little closer to family, we thought it would be a good opportunity …
Why Moms Get Emotional On The First Day Of School
Last night at this time, I was laying in bed sobbing in my husband’s arms because I knew when I woke up in the morning I’d be bringing my oldest to preschool. This sweet boy, who I’ve had the privilege of spending almost every day with since birth, would be leaving me for a good …
Get Up & Move For 100 Days In A Row: #WorkItOut100
I’m so excited to introduce you to the gals at #WorkItOut100 today! I actually met Amanda at the gym a few months ago and was so inspired by her story! I’ll let them take it away from here! I hope you’ll take them up on their invitation at the end! Fitness has always been a …
For The Days When I Don’t FEEL Like Being A Mom
This summer we decided to put our house on the market. Houses were selling fast on our street, so we thought we’d give it a try too, and find a different house and location that makes more sense for the long term goals of our family. WHAT was I thinking?! I have four kids under …
Even In Miscarriage, He’s Got The Whole World In His Hands
A few weeks ago I was pushing both of my boys in our backyard on their swings and we were singing “He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands.” This is one of their favorites. Gavin loves to dictate what person we are going to sing about next. He’s Got Daddy Brady in His Hands …
Taking Care Of Yourself In The Trenches: A Giveaway For A Momma’s Heart
UPDATE! Winners have been selected! We will be in touch to help you claim your prize! Thank you to EVERYBODY who entered! Evereve – Heidi Weaver Life Lived Beautifully – Tina Ter Horst Stella & Dot – Anne Rohe Holmberg Bosu Ball – Megan Litteken Lindsay Letters – Emily McDowell When I think about all of you out there who …
Bringing Your Sexy Back When You’re Married With Kids
Last weekend my husband and I had the opportunity to spend a couple days together without the kids. We try to do this a couple times a year, and each and every time we do it I’m reminded why it’s SO IMPORTANT. Having children has been hard on our marriage. It’s one of those …