My African Experience: From their Eyes to my Heart

I have been thinking about this post for a long time. I have been trying to process my scattered thoughts into something tangible. The past month has been a whirl wind. I have felt every emotion possible. When I think of things that I have witnessed and experienced, I find it difficult to express. To […]

Friend with a CHRONIC ILLNESS??? The DO’s and DON’Ts

Imagine waking up everyday knowing you can’t do anything for yourself. You will have to rely on the service and love of others all day. Imagine not being able to communicate with others very easily because just talking is so difficult. Imagine being so tired all of the time that you are worried that others […]

5 Ways to Criticize on Social Media

Loved this so much! I'm so done with the negativity on social medie. If only we all had this kind of perspective!

I’m sure we’ve all been in that situation. We’re scrolling through our feeds in our many different social media platforms, only to see that someone has posted something completely…STUPID!  I mean, what are they thinking?? Maybe they’re fishing for attention, or posting ridiculous pictures, or maybe they have the AUDACITY  to  share some parenting advice, or […]

What Is Cholestasis of Pregnancy?

The itching was unbearable and everyone told me it was normal. I had no idea just how dangerous this one little symptom could be for my baby.

When I was pregnant with my first, I swore I had every pregnancy symptom under the sun! I was constantly bringing up my weird symptoms with the doctor I was seeing and he would continuously brush it aside and tell me it was all normal. It always bothered me, and I go into that a little more in another […]

The Handbook that Works for Every Child

Have you ever thought to yourself, “I wish my kid came with a handbook.”? My husband and I have mentioned this many times throughout the phases of our boys lives. If only….right? As a mom of 5 boys, I have come to realize that each one of my boys are different. There is not one […]

Free Baby Shower Printables

Free baby shower printables. Include an editable invitation and 3 great party games. Make hosting a baby shower easy and beautiful!

Make hosting a baby shower a breeze with these free adorable floral invitations and matching game printables. Last week I had the chance to be a part of a beautiful wedding for my sister in-law. The reception was held in my husband’s home town Thunder Bay, Ontario. Although it is a long 6 hour drive, […]