date night in idea: barbecue nachos recipe

Well, the holiday season is upon us and as much as I love it, you know I’m always looking for a way to simplify a little bit. Sometimes Mike and I don’t have time to fit a date night out into our schedules, but we can always make time for a date night in. One… Continue reading date night in idea: barbecue nachos recipe

saying yes to simplifying your life

Since I found out I was pregnant with our fifth baby I realized some things had to change. As much as we had planned for this baby, I’d be lying if I said I didn’t already feel like I was running around like a crazy person half the time. Life is just busy in general.… Continue reading saying yes to simplifying your life

basic white tee and jeans two ways

Ask any mom and she will probably be able to tell you what her “mom uniform” is. For some it might be a maxi skirt, for others it might be some neutral athleisure. For me, its a t-shirt and jeans. I think it’s probably safe to say that the most basic of these combinations is the… Continue reading basic white tee and jeans two ways

fall family photos: version 6.5

Last week we were able to go and get some quick fall family photos taken by a very talented friend of ours. This was actually the first time we’ve had professional photos taken that weren’t at an indoor portrait studio and it was great. This post is part of a collaboration with PinkBlush. All opinions… Continue reading fall family photos: version 6.5

momlife is tough, but so are you

All growing up I was active in sports–from swimming to running to rowing. Over the years I endured countless cuts and scrapes, and bumps and bruises. Not to mention a diagnosis of patellofemoral syndrome in college. I realize now that I’m older that I haven’t always treated my body with the love and care that… Continue reading momlife is tough, but so are you