Category: Family
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Teaching Journey
Growing up I ALWAYS wanted to be a teacher. I would play teacher with my sisters and friends and just knew that this was the career that I was meant to do. It also helped that my Mom talked up teaching like it was the golden career because you can have summers off with your… Read more
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Professional spectating with three kids
My husband, Dadjogger took part in a backyard ultra marathon this past Saturday. This was his second time competing in this kind of a race and it is not an easy feat. The format of the race is every hour on the hour you need to complete 4.167 miles. If you are not back in… Read more
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7 Tips for Improving Your Mood During the Holiday Season
The holiday season can be incredibly stressful. Between work, school assignments, buying gifts, class parties, holiday concerts, sports, clubs, exercising, shopping, wrapping presents, and trying to juggle it all, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. And that’s not even counting the daily tasks like cooking, cleaning, and organizing the house. It can feel like a lot… Read more
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Pregnancy and Workouts
Many women feel anxious about working out during pregnancy. After waiting so long for this precious time, it’s natural to want to be extra careful with your growing baby. But movement is incredibly beneficial for both your physical and mental health during pregnancy. Here’s a helpful link that answers many questions you might have: Exercise… Read more
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Disney with a 4, 6, and 8-Year-Old: Tips from Our 8-Day Adventure!
We spent 8 magical days at Disney World with our three kids, ages 4, 6, and 8, and it was a whirlwind of fun, excitement, and a few lessons learned along the way! My mom joined us, which was a huge help—having an extra pair of hands made all the difference. Here are some tips… Read more
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Ten Things I’ve Learned in My 19-Year Relationship
Will and I started dating on October 15, 2005, and this year marks 19 wonderful years together! As we prepare to enter our 20th year, I want to share ten lessons I’ve learned along the way. 1. The Power of Sharing It’s important to find hobbies and activities you both enjoy. Will has always been… Read more
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10 Things I Would Tell Myself as a First-Time Mom
Though I’ve only been a mom for eight years, I find myself in a new phase of parenting where my youngest is now four. They’re growing up and don’t rely on me for everything like they used to. Becoming a mom at 27 felt overwhelming—I still felt like a kid myself! If I had started… Read more
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Routines in Our Steps
Every day in our home with three young boys is a whirlwind of activity, laughter, and a little chaos, but I wouldn’t trade it for anything. One routine I’m passionate about is hitting at least 12,000 steps each day, and my boys have happily joined in! We recently gifted them pedometers for their birthdays, so… Read more
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10 Life Hacks to Simplify Your Daily Life as a Mom
I am all about getting things done efficiently. I try to prioritize starting things WAY ahead of time so that when the actual event is here, I am ready. A win in my book is having time the morning before hosting to enjoy the moment and not be running around like a chicken with no… Read more
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Finding Your Own Thing as a Mom
As a mom, it’s so easy to get caught up in guilt! Are we spending enough time with our kids? Are we providing them with healthy food? Are we teaching them how to be kind and responsible? These questions race through our minds at night, just as we’re trying to drift off. But let’s remember:… Read more
