A new look at self-care that goes beyond bubble baths and deep breathing, that focuses on the troubles with our busy schedules. It’s time for a change in our priorities, and to find our voices. It is okay to say NO.

Time to have more images taken!  It has now been over eleven years since my one accident, but not everything was done initially.  My right shoulder was just left to be dealt with last as it was the lesser of the evils involved.  I am done with the aches and pains of known injuries.  It is now time for a fix!

  Looking outside my window, the trees are already covered with a layer of snow and Winter is here. I want to stay inside with a heavy blanket and drink warm beverages. Pumpkin Spice may typically be an Autumnal beverage, but when it is combined with chocolate and coffee, then it becomes the perfect mocha […]

  What matters most to both the Young and the Old? Going back to school, joining a team, starting a new job, moving to a new town?  They all can be great opportunities for new friends, new activities, a new area.  But they also can come with new stressors no matter what your age.   […]

Back to school prep got you down?  Are there are too many items to buy, get organized, and have ready before school starts?!  Noticing the cold temperatures and remembering that the holidays are around the corner?  You are not alone, my friend.  Back to school and the beginning of the holiday season are times of stress for many people.  My secret weapon?  Lists! 

Time to organize your kitchen pantry for good!  While it is embarrassing to admit, our pantry appeared like this not that long ago.  It took pure frustration with searching for specific foods and finding post-dated things to finally take action. See how we transformed our little pantry in a high-functioning closet that now makes it a breeze for anyone to find everything!

Can Chocolate Chip Cookies that are “Healthier” Taste Good?! YES!!!  Chocolate Chip Cookies are a favorite in our house, and they were especially “needed” while I was pregnant. Look inside to see how I did it…

Scoring great deals on foods, harvesting in-season, or baking a double or quad-batch of goodies?  Plan ahead to be even more frugal by freezing them to avoid any food waste!  Follow below to see three easy ways to store your goodies for later use…

           Burned-out LED Lights   Help! Burned-out lights without a bulb to replace it?!  We bought a nice, not-too-fancy ceiling fan a few years ago.  It is a wonderful fan and light for us, complete with dimmer and a remote.  It worked great for years, until it didn’t…   Unfortunately, right […]

I try to roll over, but cannot.  Something is wrong, something is very wrong.  My back, my knee, my legs… everything hurts and feels like it isn’t mine.   I am confused.   Still raging hot in here…

I braced for the crash; I knew my car wasn’t responding and veering for the center line. I saw the other car. None of that mattered as I couldn’t change it.   My little Honda crossed the line …

Hello, world! I am not a broken mess.  I am beautiful!  Picking up the pieces to make a new whole!