From Sad to Glad – 10 Tips to a More Happy You

I like to think I’m generally a happy person and that I enjoy the simple things in life. But I think we all have downer moments. [Of course I’m going to bring my pregnancy into this post because my life at this point of time revolves around this cute little growing tummy of mine and […]

5 Simple Steps to Start Preparing For An Emergency

Emergency preparedness can seem very overwhelming, which is why most people put it off or never do it at all. Here are 5 simple steps to start preparing for an emergency that take very little time, and won’t empty your wallet.     1- Refill any hard plastic juice container with water and store it.  […]

What I’m Glad I Didn’t Know Before Having My First Baby

My husband and I became pregnant with our first daughter 7 months into our marriage.  We were sooo excited to start our family and blissfully ignorant of the intense changes parenthood would bring to our lives.  Here is a list of things, looking back, I am glad I didn’t know before having my first baby. […]

Creative Ways to Exchange Christmas Stockings with Your Spouse

These Christmas Stocking themes are so creative and fun! I CAN'T WAIT!!!

I’m a big fan of traditions. Family traditions are crucial for family bonding and unity, and  give children a sense of belonging. Similarly, it is important that we have traditions just for our marriages too. Having traditions that you share only with your spouse can strengthen your relationship as well as pull you through rough […]

The Unexpected Blessings of Financial Struggles

A great perspective on the blessings that come through financial struggles!

Going through financial struggles? As frustrating as it is, there are some great blessings that can come from struggling financially that might just make the hard times worth it if you can look at your situation from a new perspective. I married an entrepreneur.  I didn’t know it when I married him, but I have […]

20 Mouth Watering Pumpkin Desserts

LOVE Pumpkin season! Pinning these pumpkin desserts for later!

It’s almost that time of year again! Pumpkin recipes are about to take over your Pinterest and even though you’ve sworn you wouldn’t do it, you find yourself pinning everything pumpkin: breakfasts, lunches and desserts! Last year, I bought several of those cans of pumpkin puree, to satisfy all my pumpkin dreams, and they are […]