With the kids back to school and their activities back in full swing, I have really seen a need to get myself organized. Us moms have a BIG job, you know!? And with that thought, I realized the importance of having a...
I love the blank slate of a new year especially when it comes to my finances! No matter the financial mistakes or successes I had in the past year, January always bring a renewed sense of motivation to make this the best year...
Holidays in a military family can be something of a Choose Your Own Adventure. Far from family and the comfort of holidays at home, you're forced to create your own traditions--sometimes with people you barely know. I'm not from a large...
Before having kids, I thought the hardest part of being a new mom would be the sleepless nights. Don’t get me wrong, those are hard (thank you, coffee), but I never even considered the myriad of concerns and issues...
After becoming a mom, makeup was more important than ever. Gone were the days that I could just go out, not a stitch of makeup on, and still look decent. Clear skin, no bags or dark circles... those were...
Just over a week ago, we watched as frightened teens ran for their lives out of a South Florida high school. A school. A place where we send our kids for the day in hopes that they return when...
Between getting the kids ready for the day, cleaning the house for guests to come over, and running errands, worrying about your appearance may be the last thing on your mind. As far as you’re concerned, yoga pants are...
Smartphones have changed everything; fitness included. Fitness apps allow everyone to have a personal trainer for less than $5. Lifechanging nutritional information and tips are available with a simple download. Yes, it’s true I have always had of a...
Recently we attended a family wedding out West at a location that involved multiple plane rides and several hours in the car to get to. My daughter was asked to be a flower girl. This is a beautiful part...
I have a love affair with makeup, obviously, but what's under the makeup is what's important. There's no substitute for clear, natural skin, so taking care of it is of utmost importance. There's a skincare line for everyone out...
I had my first child almost 16 years ago. I was 26 and full of excitement, terror, and toggling between "When will the baby get here?" and "Let's keep her in a little bit longer." The only thing I really knew...
I love the midi dress!
It's the cuter, spunkier cousin of the maxi dress. Midi dresses typically hit mid-calf, which is great for those of us on the short side (I'm 5'3") who find that maxis usually end up dragging...