Meredith Loudenback
On the Road: Jax to Great Wolf Lodge in Concord, NC
Our son recently celebrated his 9th birthday in February, and he had a choice on how he wanted to celebrate. Take a family trip...
My Final Word on Resolutions
“I’m going to exercise more this year.” “I’m going to save more money.” “I’m going to spend more time with family and friends.” “I...
It’s Okay to Eat (Healthy) Fast Food When Life Gets Hectic
If you’re a busy mom like me, you practically live in your car. I am currently a SAHM, but when I was working, my...
Freedom from FOMO: Finding Your Close Circle of Friends
When I was younger, and throughout most of my adult life, I could not miss a single thing. I loved having a full schedule...
On the Road: Jax to Litchfield Beach, South Carolina
If I had my druthers, I would swing on a Pawleys Island hammock, centered between two oak trees, sippin’ lemonade from a mason jar...
The Dreaded U-Word: Unfriended
Have you been unfriended on Facebook? Did you ask the person why they unfriended you, or did you just move on? I’ve been unfriended...
Charity Spotlight: Promise To Kate
Kate Conte is a 3rd grader at Chets Creek Elementary. She is the absolute sweetest friend, has the brightest smile and the best ponytails....
Jacksonville Day Trip: Biking on Amelia Island Trail
Our family loves the outdoors! But in Florida, so many of the months are not only bloody hot, but humid beyond any hair serum’s...
How We Choose to Manage ADHD in Our Family
I didn’t realize our son was “different” until he was in preschool. Because he was our only child, I had nothing to compare his...
Botox For First-Timers: Your Questions Answered
Now that I am older, smack dab in my mid 40s, I am focusing on de-cluttering my life, which includes my beauty counter. I...
My No. 1 Skincare Secret for a More Youthful Complexion
I turned 45 a couple of weeks ago — New Year’s Eve to be exact. It was wonderful! I didn’t dread officially becoming “mid-40s”...