As a parent, I entered the summer with a mixture of apprehension and excitement. It's the time of year when teen drivers take over the roads and embrace their freedom. While it can be an exciting time for them, it is also a dangerous time as they are inexperienced and lack maturity. Obtaining a driver's license for adolescents is a rite of passage and the first step into adulthood. Now they're independent people who no longer have to rely on an adult to drive them around. After a year of having his learners permits, my 17 son finally got his driver's license. Undoubtedly, I was excited for him (I literally cried); ... view the post
Self Care for the Busy Mom
Lets be honest, as parents we are often last on the to-do list. The key to balancing family, career, health and happiness is putting yourself first. Easier said than done, right? As a mom of 5 children, I struggle with motherhood, marriage, self-care, etc. This is apparent in my mile-long-to-do list, in which I am last or most of the time, not even on the list. The guilt creeps in when I take some time for myself. While my kids are important, I know that it is equally as important care for myself. While simultaneously trying to juggle all the aspects of life, I was burning myself out. Mom burnout can happen to ... view the post
My Favorite Yellow Dress
My husband loves the color yellow, so I wear it often. Today I am sharing my favorite yellow dress. Can you believe this dress was on the sales rack at Kohl's for $20? What a steal! This beautiful PopSugar dress can be worn during the day and by adding some accessories it can be transitioned to a more formal look. The vibrant shade of yellow highlighted my summer tan and the red lipstick provided a fun and youthful look. I wore it on a lunch date with my husband recently and he couldn't stop complimenting me! I paired this dress with my Jessica Simpson heels and a clutch that I also got on sale at TJMaxx. ... view the post